Food items that got more expensive in August, and which ones saw prices go downInflation has come down from its highs, and groceries are no exception. Inflation expected to ease to 2.1%, lowest level since March 2021: economistsCentral bank has signalled a willingness to speed up cuts to its key lending rate if circumstances warrant. Dollarama keeping an eye on competitors as Loblaw launches new ultra-discount chain Dollarama's food merchandise has expanded and sold at prices on par or below supermarkets. Younger Canadians missing payments on credit products: Equifax Equifax says one in every 17 Canadians aged 26-35 missed a credit payment. Nearly 70% of small businesses have been disrupted due to construction: CFIB Construction-related disruptions lasted for 508 days on average, the report said Canada’s inflation rate fell to 2.5% in July, lowest since March 2021 Grocery prices are now rising at a much more modest pace. Coca-Cola delivers stronger-than-expected second quarter Results spurred by Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, which saw a 20% jump in global volume sales. Retail sales down 0.8% in May led by decreases at food and beverage retailers Weighed down by decreases at alcoholic beverage retailers. Inflation falls to 2.7% in June, driven by slower growth in gas prices: StatCan Food prices rose 2.1% year-over-year in June. Food inflation ticks higher in May for first time in nearly a year Rising food prices are affecting the way Canadians dine out, as people seek value. First Previous 3 4 5 6 7 Next Last
