City Snapshot: Food prices race to 14-year high

Food inflation flow chart

Food prices soared to their highest levels for 14 years as mounting pressures on the industry saw strong rises in both fresh and ambient products, according to the latest data. Plus, Asda buys Co-op petrol stations in £600m deal, and Cake Box issues profits warning.

 

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