With rising costs, shoppers are encouraged to buy two loaves of bread to save money and cut down on expenses during the cost of living crisis
Experts say switching to store-brand bread can save you a good chunk of change. For instance, if you swap a premium loaf for a store brand, you could save around £78 a year.
Buying two loaves weekly could save you £1.60, which adds up to over £83 annually. It’s not just bread, though. You can also save by choosing own-brand cereals instead of the big names.
A box of own-brand cereal can cost about £1, compared to £2.50 for the branded ones. If you eat one box a week, that’s another £78 saved each year.
Even sauces and condiments can be cheaper if you go for budget options. You might save around £1 each shopping trip, which can total over £40 by year’s end.
Frozen fish is another area where you can save. It’s often cheaper than fresh fish, potentially saving you around £2 per pack. If fish is a regular part of your meals, that could add up to over £100 a year.
These insights come from personal finance experts speaking to the Daily Express. They highlight the impact of recent changes to national insurance contributions, which could drive inflation, especially on fresh food.
Sainsbury’s CEO, Simon Roberts, mentioned that these changes will add £140 million to their wage bill starting in April. While they plan to open more stores, they’ll need to be careful about hiring due to these increased costs.
