UK grocery price inflation decreased to 1.7% in August, with overall sales up 3%.
Grocery price inflation in the UK decreased to 1.7% in August, following a rise in July. The back-to-school season boosted sales of lunchbox items by 14%, with overall grocery sales up 3% for the month. Ocado experienced the highest growth at 12.9%, while Lidl’s sales rose by 9.1%. Despite the inflation decline, nearly 60% of shoppers remain very concerned about grocery prices, highlighting ongoing financial anxiety.
September 10, 2024
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