UK shop prices are rising again — marking the biggest increase since April 2024, according to the British Retail Consortium.
After months of easing inflation, July saw a 0.1% uptick in shop prices, driven largely by higher food costs and poor weather impacting clothing sales. Non-food inflation returned to positive territory, while food prices rose by 3.7%.
- Rainy weather + supply pressures = a challenging mix for retailers and consumers alike.
We’re keeping a close eye on how these shifts impact shopper sentiment, category performance, and campaign timing — especially for back-to-school and early Q4 planning.