Food basket price rises to 255.26 euros last week

The price of the basic food basket rose to 255.26 euros last week, representing a significant increase for consumers. At the beginning of the year, the same products could be purchased for 13.34 euros less, showing the inflationary pressure on essential products. This price variation directly affects the purchasing power of Portuguese families, who face rising costs with basic food. The article does not specify which products are exactly included in the basket nor which factors contributed to this price increase.