Global Commodity Surges Push Food Expenditures to Multi-Year Highs
Rising agricultural commodity prices and supply disruptions are driving up food expenditures across retail and restaurant sectors worldwide.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Food Prices
Key points
- Global agricultural prices have surged due to weather disruptions and international trade barriers.
- Compounding distribution and labor costs are accelerating wholesale price increases across key food sectors.
- Restaurants and consumer package goods brands are adjusting menus and retail pricing to protect margins.
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Sources and methodology
Reported from the public datasets below.
- Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) - Food services and drinking places series
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) - Consumer Price Index, food away from home
- Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) - Food services and drinking places series
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) - Consumer Price Index, food away from home
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