Special Report

The Price of This Household Item Is Soaring

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35. Rice
> Price increase, January 2022 to January 2023: +14.0%

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34. Delivery services
> Price increase, January 2022 to January 2023: +14.3%

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33. Sauces and gravies
> Price increase, January 2022 to January 2023: +14.3%

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32. Carbonated drinks
> Price increase, January 2022 to January 2023: +14.3%

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31. Motor vehicle insurance
> Price increase, January 2022 to January 2023: +14.7%

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