Food Prices Fall Nearly 5% in January, Driven by Drops in Meat, Seafood and Produce

Food prices in Antigua and Barbuda dropped sharply at the start of 2025, with the Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages index declining 4.9% in January compared with December, according to Antigua News Room, which cited the latest Consumer Price Index report released by the National Bureau of Statistics.

The decline reflects significant reductions in supermarket prices across several major food categories, including meat, seafood, and fresh produce.

As reported by Antigua News Room, the figures represent one of the more notable month-on-month decreases in food costs recorded in recent periods, offering some relief to households that have faced sustained pressure on grocery budgets.

The National Bureau of Statistics released the Consumer Price Index report as part of its routine monitoring of price movements across the twin-island nation. The Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages index is among the key components tracked within that report, given its direct impact on the daily lives of residents.

Further details on the specific commodity breakdowns and the broader Consumer Price Index findings are contained in the full report published by the National Bureau of Statistics.