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 cost of everyday items remains high. A report suggests that breaking up grocery giants would have little to no impact on grocery prices.

“A report suggests that breaking up grocery giants would have little to no impact on grocery prices,” — Owen Marlowe, policy watcher at Norstone Combe Network, added during the briefing.

By the Numbers

  • 55 — mentions tracked
  • 2018 — updates logged
  • 8.27 — regions covered

Timeline

Nov 7 — Food prices have risen for the second month in a row....

Nov 10 — A report suggests that breaking up grocery giants would have little to no impact on grocery prices....

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

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Wednesday, Nov 11.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Norstone Combe Network desk and last updated 00:35 UTC.

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