BRC finds Easter gatherings boosted March food sales
Food sales increased by 6.8% year-on-year in March, above the 12-month average of 4.3% growth, however, the outlook remains “uncertain” according to the British Retail Consortium.
Confidence “fragile” after Budget as food sales growth slows
The British Retail Consortium has reported that UK Black Friday sales were “dampened by pre-Budget jitters”, as food sales were below the 12-month average growth.
Supermarkets urge Chancellor to address “industry tax burden”
UK supermarkets have written to Chancellor Rachel Reeves in a letter organised by the British Retail Consortium, urging her to exclude shops from the proposed business rates surtax.
Food prices could be pushed higher, BRC warns
Over the four weeks to 2nd August 2025, food sales increased by 3.9% on the year, according to data from the British Retail Consortium.
Bank of England predicts food inflation will fall in 2026
The Bank of England reduced the UK base rate to 4%, while stating in its Monetary Policy Report that the 2025 inflation increase was a result of higher food and energy prices.
