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United Utilities share price today: UU.L steadies near a 52-week peak as UK inflation week kicks off

United Utilities share price today: UU.L steadies near a 52-week peak as UK inflation week kicks off

United Utilities shares edged up 0.04% to 1,363.5p in early London trading Monday, with no new company statements issued. Investors focused on upcoming UK inflation and retail sales data, which could influence Bank of England rate expectations and demand for defensive stocks. Severn Trent and Pennon moved in mixed directions. The FTSE 100 rose 0.41% by mid-morning.
February 16, 2026

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