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Viewpoint: Inflation persists as risks grow

29 January 2026

Exploring geopolitical risks, policy shifts, the economy, consumer sentiment, and assessing their impact on the vital Christmas trading period.

2026 has begun with renewed uncertainty as a fragile economy and rising geopolitical tensions, from US action in Venezuela to uncertainty around Greenland and NATO, create fresh disruption. With pressure to boost growth and living standards, food businesses are awaiting the upcoming Food Strategy.

Download IGD’s latest Viewpoint report to understand:

Analysis of the economic outlook
Review of Christmas trading results
How consumer sentiment is evolving
How the policy landscape is developing
Food sector implications

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James Walton

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Chief Economist

Michael Freedman

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Head of Economic and Consumer Insight

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