Prices Continue to Rise for Most Categories on Store Shelves

In June, 12 out of 17 monitored categories saw single-digit price increases year-over-year. This pattern was identical in May and involved 10 product groups in April. Additionally, one category experienced a double-digit increase, repeating the trend of previous months. 

Recently, sweets and desserts saw the highest price hikes, followed by household chemicals, food additives, bread, and non-alcoholic beverages. Overall, the cost of daily shopping rose by 3.1 percent y/y in June, compared to 2.9 percent in May and 2.4 percent in April, indicating a continuous upward trend. Experts expect further price increases.

(MondayNews)