• ANZ’s Q3 2026 Food for Thought analysis flagged uneven food inflation across Australian households, driven by differing grocery baskets.
• Vegetable prices rose nearly 65% since 2017; beef and veal increased almost 60%, versus about 32% for overall inflation.
• Consumers are shifting demand via brand switching, protein substitution, meal planning around promotions, reduced discretionary purchases.
• Pricing dispersion is widening between promotion-led shoppers and full-price buyers, reshaping volume mix and category performance for food retailers.

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