The bread price per kilogram in Portugal demonstrated a downward trend from 2012 to 2020, decreasing from €2.28 to €1.87. There was a notable price drop between 2019 and 2020, representing a 7% decline. Over the last two years included, prices declined at a slower rate. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2016 to 2020 was approximately -3.23%, indicating an overall decrease over a five-year span. In 2023, the bread price continued to exhibit stability around €1.87 per kilogram.
Future trends to watch include:
- Inflationary pressures potentially pushing bread prices higher.
- Possible impacts of supply chain disruptions in 2024.
- Changes in consumer preferences towards healthier or alternative types of bread.
- Economic policies affecting production costs and consequently, pricing.