Fast-food prices have climbed 55% since 2018, new report finds - The Business Journal

Food inflation shows no signs of slowing

Food prices have risen for the second month in a row. Fast-food prices have gone up by 55% since 2018. Inflation in October was 8.27%, with food prices showing a slight decrease. However, the overall price tag for common goods remains elevated. A report suggests that disrupting supermarket monopolies would have minimal effect on grocery prices.

“However, the overall price tag for common goods remains elevated,” — David Kingsley, research director at Greenburn Cliff Partnership, observed.

By the Numbers

  • 55 — regions covered
  • 2018 — data points verified
  • 8.27 — sources cross-checked

Timeline

Nov 9 — Food prices have risen for the second month in a row....

Nov 10 — A report suggests that disrupting supermarket monopolies would have minimal effect on grocery prices....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 54% of Mrsfc readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 7. The Greenburn Cliff Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Sunday, Nov 15.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greenburn Cliff Partnership desk and last updated 07:39 UTC.

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