Supermarket inflation: Falling oil prices help keep costs down at the till

Supermarket inflation remains stable as falling cooking oil prices, particularly rapeseed oil, have contributed to keeping shop price inflation around zero. A survey of three major supermarkets revealed mixed price changes, with some items increasing, such as chopped tomatoes and tenderstem broccoli, while others, like sourdough bread and chocolate, saw price reductions. Overall, average prices at Tesco rose by 0.1%, while Sainsbury's and Waitrose experienced slight declines. This suggests a temporary stability in prices, although potential future increases in food inflation are anticipated.