UK grocery price inflation has risen slightly, reaching 2.5% higher than last year in recent weeks, as shoppers increasingly rely on promotions to cut costs. Meanwhile, the price of chocolates has dropped ahead of Halloween, with supermarkets rolling out special deals to attract customers. Retail data suggests inflation has continued to climb, though the seasonal discounting may offer temporary relief for budget-conscious buyers. The trend highlights how seasonal shopping events influence pricing strategies amid broader economic pressures.
Price of chocolates falls in run-up to Halloween, while supermarkets use special offers to draw in salesBusiness live – latest updatesGrocery price inflation in the UK has picked up further, prompting shoppers to turn to special offers to keep their bills down – while the price of chocolates has fallen in the run-up to Halloween.Supermarket prices were 2.5% higher than last year in the four weeks to 4 October, up from 2.3% last month, according to data from the retail analysts Worldpanel by Numerator. Continue reading...
