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Food prices will rise in 2026 – and suppliers need them to
By David Sables2026-01-09T09:49:00
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The 2026 pricing round will filter into retail prices across late January and February, taking inflation back up to 5%, says David Sables, CEO of Sentinel Management Consultants
Happy new year, and now, back to business. If you thought the easing of food inflation before Christmas was a sign of relief for 2026, think again. The cost of living crisis has just received a steroid injection, and the management of margins is more vital than ever.
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