Three reasons why food prices will rise from January. Stores have said where prices will increase the most.

Czech consumers are currently enjoying low food prices, with some items reaching record lows due to competition among retailers. However, experts predict significant price increases starting in January, driven by rising input costs, including energy and wages. The dairy and bakery sectors are expected to see the largest hikes, influenced by a combination of factors such as low unemployment and potential regulations on selling food below cost. The Food Chamber disputes claims about price increases, stating that proposed regulations would only affect a few basic commodities, not the entire market.