Business · 1 September 2026
Shop prices see fastest rise in two years for households
Shop price inflation increased to 1.5% in August, hitting its highest point in over two years, pushed up by higher food costs. Food inflation jumped 2.8% for August compared to a year earlier, reversing a recent downward trend, while non-food prices rose 0.9%. The acceleration is connected with increased energy expenses throughout supply chains and the conclusion of summer promotions.
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