Office for National Statistics

Hiring conditions soften but wage pressures yet to fade

'Wait and see approach'

‘Young people have a misunderstanding of opportunities a career in advice can hold’

Increases from 3.4% in May

Services CPI still high

Highest figure since March 2024

Down from 2.6% in November

Slim chances of rate cut before year-end

Budget on 30 October

Services inflation in decline while gas and energy price impact seen