The British public's expectations for inflation in the long run rose in February to their highest level in more than five years, according to a Bank of England survey on Friday that is likely to underscore its cautious approach to cutting interest rates.

Economists are bracing for intensifying price pressures and slower growth, posing a challenge for the Federal Reserve.

Inflation eased last month, but the data may offer less comfort to businesses, consumers and the Fed than it otherwise would as looming tariffs may keep prices rising.