AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFood Prices Still High: Eurostat data shows EU food and non-alcoholic beverages rose 33.2% from 2016 to 2025, and even when inflation cools, prices don’t fall—just climb more slowly. Cost Drivers: Wage growth across farming, logistics and retail is pushing costs into supermarket shelves, with energy and commodity pressures easing but not reversing the “price mountain.” German Market Angle: The broader European squeeze matters for Germany too, where shoppers feel “lower inflation” but still pay more at checkout. Hospitality & Dining Culture: A separate Italy case highlights how tap-water rules at luxury hotels can spark legal fights—another reminder that guest expectations and pricing practices are colliding across Europe.
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