We’ve been on a shopping adventure to uncover what’s happening with supermarket prices, and the results are surprising! Over the last three years, food prices have continued to rise, with inflation reaching a peak of 3.6% this year. A quick check-in at leading UK supermarkets reveals some prices have gone up while others have surprisingly dropped.
Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Aldi, M&S, Sainsbury’s, and Morrisons were put under the microscope to see how the cost of everyday essentials has shifted since 2022. While some stores boast reduced prices, M&S saw an alarming increase of over 30%!
Cheese lovers, rejoice! In some places, mature cheddar is now cheaper, with Morrisons cutting a pack by 79p! Meanwhile, despite price-matching promises by some chains, Lidl emerged as the champion for cheapest prices across the board, with a significant drop in overall costs since 2022.
Here’s a snapshot of the price changes:
– **Morrisons**: Total £11.40, down 6.3%
– **Lidl**: Total £9.42, down 6%
– **Sainsbury’s**: Total £10.67, down 1.2%
– **Tesco**: Total £11.40, up 2.33%
– **Asda**: Total £11.16, up 11.4%
– **Aldi**: Total £11, up 15.2%
– **Marks & Spencer**: Total £12.60, up 30.6%
From milk to eggs, bread to cereal, it’s evident that shopping smart is more crucial than ever. With some savvy choices, you can still find bargains, but be prepared for a few shocks along the aisles. Let’s stay vigilant and make those pounds stretch further at the checkout! 🛒💸
Where do you notice price changes the most? Share your thoughts!