Average price of basic food basket in Portugal from January 5, 2022 to October 28, 2026 (in euros)

In 2022 and 2023, the price for a hamper with essential food products rose continuously in Portugal, reaching its highest value in March 2023, at  234.84 euros. After a decrease for a few months, prices rose again starting in August 2023. In January 2024, the price escalated once again, meaning that Portuguese families had to pay more than 243 euros to supply their pantry with essential food items. The year 2024 presented slight fluctuations, and, by July 2025, the price of a hamper stood at 245.79 euros. During 2026, prices escalated and, in May of that year, a basic food basket peaked to its all-time highest value of 261.89 euros.