Statistics Canada says population growth rate in 2023 was highest since 1957 Growth thanks to a surge in the number of temporary residents Users of Ozempic and other weight-loss drugs cutting back on snacks, buying fewer groceries: Survey Trend has ‘profound implications’ for the food industry, researchers say Higher chocolate prices part of wider trend as climate, other factors disrupt supply Surging cocoa prices are an obstacle for manufacturers already struggling with higher sugar prices Sponsored Maintain bone health with nutrient-rich foods Support strong bones with a daily single-serving of California Prunes 'Climateflation:' Higher temperatures mean higher food prices A new study links climate shocks to inflation Grocery store sales down in January, Statistics Canada says Agency says retail sales were down 0.3% for the month Alimentation Couche-Tard seeing low-income customers cut back on store visits: CEO Company says it's focused on providing value to customers amid the current headwinds Rich cocoa prices hitting shoppers with bitter chocolate costs as Easter approaches Cocoa futures have surged this year, roughly doubling since the start of 2024 Four years later, some foods are actually cheaper Food price fluctuations are not just a matter of numbers, but also a matter of intersecting perceptions and realities Grocery prices rose more slowly than overall inflation in February for first time since 2021: StatCan Inflation rate slowed to 2.8% last month as price growth unexpectedly eased First Previous 28 29 30 31 32 Next Last
