Many may find themselves paying more for less this April
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Chocolate treats reduced in size or weight as higher price of cocoa drives new wave of ‘shrinkflation’
In today’s newsletter: Cocoa shortages, climate shocks and global conflicts have collided to make chocolate pricier than ever…
Consumers struggling with cost of living crisis now also face fresh wave of so-called shrinkflation
Some of the UK’s classic chocolatey treats have gotten smaller as a below-average cocoa harvest season is expected
Consumers are paying 3.5 per cent more for food than a year ago
Manufacturers try to recoup some losses after margins were squeezed by spike in cocoa prices
