Grocery prices in the Netherlands are rising faster than in neighboring countries, according to European inflation data. Economists and politicians are increasingly alarmed by persistent food inflation, even as overall price growth slows.
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Despite a monthly slowdown, the Netherlands remains the Western European country with the steepest annual grocery price rise, fueling political debate and public frustration.
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Author's summary: Dutch grocery prices continue to rise.