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Real growth for UK grocery market welcomed but inflation still main driver, says IGD

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A detailed forecast from industry convenor, IGD, reveals that although the UK grocery market returned to real growth in 2024, inflation is still the main driver of growth. The ‘UK Retail Grocery Channel Forecasts report’, which includes predictions for in-store, online and convenience grocery shopping…

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