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Finance

The Protein Pivot: UN FAO Data Signals a High-Stakes Shift in Meat and Dairy Markets for 2026

The global agricultural landscape is grappling with a profound "protein pivot." Recent data from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reveals a complex decoupling within the global food basket: while staple cereal prices have stabilized near multi-year lows, the meat and dairy sectors are navigating a

Onion Prices

Onion Prices Ignite Fresh Crisis in Dhaka's Kitchen Markets: A Deep Dive into Market Volatility

Dhaka, Bangladesh – December 5, 2025 – Dhaka's kitchen markets are once again grappling with a significant surge in onion prices, sending ripples of concern through households and the broader economy. In a fresh hike reported today, December 5, 2025, the staple commodity's price has soared to Tk

Bangladesh

The Unyielding Paradox: High Vegetable Prices Plague Bangladesh Amidst Abundant Supply

Dhaka, Bangladesh – Despite an abundant supply of winter vegetables flooding the capital's kitchen markets, consumers in Bangladesh continue to face the perplexing reality of persistently high prices. This enduring paradox, observed around November 2025, places immense financial strain on households, particularly those with low and fixed incomes, and

Ghana

Ghana's Jollof Index Defies Strong Cedi as Food Costs Climb

Accra, Ghana – October 21, 2025 – For the first time in three months, the cost of preparing Ghana's beloved Jollof rice has risen, presenting a perplexing challenge to households despite the nation's currency demonstrating remarkable strength against major international currencies. This unexpected uptick, revealed by the latest

Food Inflation

Food Inflation's Dual Impact: A Boost for Costco, a Challenge for the Consumer

Food inflation continues to cast a long shadow over global economies, fundamentally altering consumer spending habits and reshaping the retail landscape. While the relentless surge in food prices poses a significant strain on household budgets, it simultaneously creates a unique advantage for certain retailers. The phenomenon of consumers "trading

Costco

Costco Prepares for Robust Q4 Earnings Amidst Amazon's Grocery Push and Persistent Food Inflation

Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ: COST) is on the cusp of announcing its fourth-quarter fiscal year 2025 earnings, with analysts keenly anticipating strong results that underscore the retailer's resilience in a dynamic and challenging market. As consumers increasingly prioritize value in the face of persistent food inflation, and Amazon