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UK inflation slowed in May, yet food prices surged by 4.4%, intensifying pressure on low-income households and retailers. The Bank of England is expected to hold rates steady, but ongoing wage pressures and geopolitical risks keep the outlook uncertain. Value-seeking behaviour dominates, with 73% of shoppers trading down. Meanwhile, Kraft Heinz announced plans to remove artificial dyes from its US products by 2027, responding to regulatory and consumer health concerns. Marks & Spencer launched “Punishment Juice,” a new vegetable-based beverage with a disruptive name, highlighting ongoing innovation in health-focused FMCG. 

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