The Guardian: UK inflation hits highest level since 2024 The Guardian reported that annual UK retail price inflation reached 2.1% in October, and energy and food costs increased pressure on consumers. The price of Brent crude oil reached $117 per barrel in recent days; While its average was around $70 before the US and Zionist attacks against Iran in February. The increase in gas prices also contributed to a 3.5% growth in the British Consumer Price Index last month.