36 h. ago Grocery price inflation slows in positive news for shoppers ahead of Christmas

Supermarket prices were 4.7% higher than a year ago in October, down from September’s 5.2%, according to market research firm Worldpanel by Numerator.

Economics

40 h. ago Grocery price inflation eases as supermarkets ramp up promotional deals

Supermarkets are ramping up promotional deals to lure in cost-conscious shoppers ahead of Christmas, according to figures published on Tuesday.

Economics

1 week ago Grocery supplier Princes set to price London IPO at lower end of guidance

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Politics

2 w. ago Shrinkflation hits everyday staples, piling more pressure on households

Which? finds products shrinking while supermarkets keep prices flat or risingToothpaste, coffee and even heartburn medicine are among the latest products quietly shrinking in size while shoppers pay the same price, piling more pressure on household grocery budgets.Consumer watchdog Which? found a range of new examples of shrinkflation as brands cut back on quantity and quality in an effort to reduce their own costs. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Where has inflation gone up and down? Air fares, food prices and more

Inflation has finally eased for many everyday groceries – but some essentials have still gone up in price

Economics

3 w. ago Examples of where inflation jumped in September – and where it eased

Annual food price inflation stood at 4.3% last month, down from 4.8% in August.

Economics

3 w. ago 'Easy to use' car tyre inflator that 'relieves pressure at air pumps' gets 25% cut

This handy device to ideal for storing in your car incase of emergencies.

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3 w. ago ‘Empty shelves, higher prices’: Americans tell of cost of Trump’s tariffs

US consumers say price rises caused by president’s tariffs contradicts his promise to make life more affordableAs a mother of two, Paige Harris has noticed a change in the way she shops for her family.“Items that I have bought regularly have gone up in price steadily,” she said. “From hair dye to baby formula, our grocery list has gotten smaller while our budget has had to increase. Meats like steak are a no-go for our household.” Continue reading...

Economics

4 w. ago Grocery price inflation climbs as shoppers drop environmentally friendly choices

The figure has nudged back up to 5.2% from last month’s 4.9%, according to Worldpanel by Numerator, formerly Kantar.

Economics