Foodservice Prices Surge in December as Festive Demand and Supply Shocks Hit Sector

Reuters
Jan 30
Foodservice Prices Surge in December as Festive Demand and Supply Shocks Hit Sector

NIQ Global Intelligence plc, in partnership with Prestige Purchasing and powered by CGA intelligence, has reported a significant acceleration in foodservice price inflation for December. The Foodservice Price Index revealed a 1.1% month-on-month rise in food and drink prices within the hospitality sector, driven by heightened festive demand and ongoing supply-side constraints. Notable price increases were recorded in categories such as Milk, Cheese & Eggs (+1.9%), Fruit (+1.8%), and Meat & Poultry (+1.5%). The analysis highlights that domestic factors—including energy, labor, and logistics costs—are restricting the benefits of easing global commodity prices. Supply chain volatility, exacerbated by events like Avian Flu and climate-related crop shortages, continues to impact operators, with inflationary pressures weighing on profitability and consumer confidence.

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