Brits Get a Price Shock After Trump’s Surprising Win
When the U.S. surprised the world with a Trump victory, that shockwave didn’t stop at Washington— it stretched all the way across the pond. Suddenly, the prices of everyday staples like bread, orange juice, coffee, and chocolate began to climb, leaving shoppers wondering if a mid‑week grocery run had turned into a luxury spa‑day.
What’s on the Menu? Rising Staples
- Breakfast bread – price up
- Orange juice – up by over 7%
- Coffee – all the way up by almost 2%
- Chocolate & cake ingredients such as palm oil – a hefty 17% jump
- Corn & wheat – both trending higher
Why the Sudden Surge?
Stocklytics analyst Neil Roarty explains the chain reaction: the U.S. dollar surged against the pound, causing the price of global commodities—priced in dollars—to rise. The stronger dollar means the pound buys less of those goods, and a cost bump is often shipped straight to your supermarket bill.
In numbers: the dollar strengthened from 76p per dollar to 78p per dollar in a single day. Every time you think you’re getting a good deal on wheat, cocoa, or coffee, those prices have been ticking up like a stock market ticker.
How the Numbers Stack Up
Based on global futures contracts:
- Coffee futures hit a high of $2.51 per pound on 5th November, then eased slightly to $2.47—still higher than early March. Poor harvests in South America are tightening supply, adding a sticky layer to the price.
- Orange juice futures spiked by 7.59% behind the stronger dollar plus consumer demand.
- Palm oil saw a shock jump of 17.4%, a big hit for baking and chocolate lovers.
- Corn futures climbed by 1.39%, adding pressure to the baking industry.
Across the board, every staple that is marketed internationally feels the dollar’s grip. If that trend keeps going, it’s easy to see why you’re likely to see the price of your breakfast coffee or a cup of orange juice creeping up at the checkout counter.
What Should You Do? Maybe Stockpile or Look for Deals
So while you’re at the market, keep your eyes peeled for occasional sales or switch to a different brand. Or, if you’re feeling adventurous, consider a new pumpkin‑spice jar—just remember, every grocery run might cost you a bit more this week.
Stay alert for the next update—because nothing says “capitol‑city” like a British grocery lane rising in an unexpected U.S. election.
