UK grocery inflation eases further, says Worldpanel

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Grocery price inflation has fallen back sharply to its lowest level for nearly two years as shoppers increasingly turned to chilled finger foods in the summer heatwaves, according to new figures.

GB grocery inflation slows to lowest point in almost 2 years

Grocery price inflation in Great Britain has slowed to 2.1%, the lowest figure since October 2024. That’s according to data from market analyst Worldpanel by Numerator. Figures for the four weeks up to August 9 show that shoppers are turning to promotions to keep their costs down, with 31.3% of sales in the four-week period including a deal, the highest level this year. Overall, take-home sales growth of groceries slowed to 2.5%. Despite the fur…

Picky Brits: Heatwave fuels finger food spending

Record summer temperatures have driven a surge in “picky bits” spending as British shoppers rush to the chilled aisle in a boost to UK supermarkets.  The sweltering heat is causing Brits to cut back their grocery bills, instead spending little and often on items like olives and quiche, according to figures from Worldpanel by Numerator.  Shoppers are opting for “grazing rather than cooking,” the research firm found. Sales of dips surged by 23.3 p…

UK grocery inflation eases further, says Worldpanel

British grocery price ‌inflation eased to its lowest level since October 2024 in August, market researcher Worldpanel by Numerator said on Tuesday, offering more respite to households grappling with elevated living costs.

‘Picky bits’ and alcohol sales help reduce grocery price inflation

Of the major chains, Sainsbury’s was the strongest performer, with sales rising 3.5 per cent

Grocery price inflation slows sharply as hot weather drives ‘picky bits’ sales

Supermarket prices rose by 2.1% in the four weeks to August 9, down significantly on the 2.6% the month before and the lowest rate since October 2024.