Inflation Slows, but Cost of Butter, Eggs, and Meat Skyrockets in Czechia
Prague Morning

Shoppers in the Czech Republic are feeling the strain of yet another rise in food prices, even as overall inflation has eased.
While the country’s inflation rate dipped to 2.8%, grocery bills continue to climb, with the cost of everyday essentials seeing sharp increases since the start of the year.
Data from the Czech Statistical Office shows food prices have jumped nearly 5% compared to last January.
The rise is particularly steep in dairy products, with butter now selling for 61 crowns per package, up from 44 crowns a year ago—a 40.5% increase.
Eggs have also become noticeably more expensive, surging 24.6%, while meat prices across all categories are up as much as 10%.
Agricultural analyst Petr Havel notes that while food prices are still rising, the hikes are less severe than in previous years. He attributes the recent increase in meat and egg prices partly to stricter animal welfare regulations, including the ongoing phase-out of cage farming.
Not all products are getting more expensive. Potato and sugar prices have fallen by more than 20%, thanks to a current sugar surplus.
However, vegetable prices are expected to keep rising until April due to seasonal factors. Barring any major disruptions, overall food inflation is projected to stabilize at around 3% this year.
Beyond supermarkets, restaurant prices have risen 5.2% year-over-year, while the cost of cigarettes and alcohol has also increased, partly due to routine adjustments in excise taxes.
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