Annual shop price inflation in the United Kingdom edged down in September 2026, with the BRC Shop Price Index easing to 1.4% year-over-year from 1.5% in the previous month. The latest reading, updated on 28 September 2026, signals a further moderation in price pressures on the high street.
The index measures the year-over-year change in shop prices, comparing the price level in September 2026 with that of September 2025. The prior figure compared August 2026 prices with those of August 2025. The slight deceleration suggests that while prices are still rising compared with a year earlier, the pace of increase continues to cool, offering some relief to consumers and potentially easing pressure on retailers navigating a still-cautious spending environment.
