The cost of groceries has jumped in the past month
Summary
Newstalk Breakfast discusses a 4.28% jump in grocery inflation with Dr. Emma Howard, who attributes the rise to delayed energy costs and back-to-school spending. The conversation highlights how promotional spending and loyalty cards complicate price comparisons, while noting that increased supermarket competition in Ireland has kept inflation lower than the EU average. The segment also addresses the long-term impact of climate change on global food prices.
Topics discussed
Grocery inflation jumps 4.28% in latest figures
Dr. Emma Howard explains lag from energy costs to food prices
Back-to-school shopping habits and increased store frequency
Rise in promotional spending and behavioral biases
Consumer shifts to own-brand and value products
Impact of supermarket competition on Irish inflation rates
Listener feedback on rising apple prices and basket costs
Climate change impacts on global crop production and prices
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