Inflation in the United Kingdom remained at 3% in February, according to official data, but this stability could be short-lived due to tensions related to the war in Iran.
Lower gasoline prices helped offset higher clothing costs, helping to keep the consumer price index unchanged from January.
However, this lull comes before a likely rise in prices, as the cost of oil has increased sharply, with a rise of around 50% in one month.
Economists believe that current figures still reflect a pre-conflict situation, and that the effects of the energy crisis should be felt soon.
Before the escalation in the Middle East, the Bank of England anticipated a gradual return of inflation to its target of 2% by spring.
But soaring energy prices could jeopardize these forecasts, increasing costs for households and businesses.
This development underlines the vulnerability of the British economy to external shocks, particularly in the energy sector.
It suggests renewed inflationary pressure in the coming months, which could influence monetary policy decisions.
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