General · 27 January 2026
Supermarket Prices Rise Despite Overall Inflation Decrease in the US and UK
Despite easing overall inflation in both the U.S. and U.K., supermarket prices continue to climb. In the U.S., December 2025 saw food prices 3.1% higher than the previous year, with food-at-home rising 2.4%. The UK's CPI rose to 3.4% in December, exceeding the Bank of England's 2% target. Factors like increased flight costs and tobacco tax contributed. Analysts suggest rising household bills and potential tariff effects may further inflate prices.
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