In a context of pressure due to inflation, Mercadona has applied a new price reduction on basic daily consumption products. The measure affects more than a hundred references, with discounts that in some cases reach 8%.
The decision comes weeks after other discounts and at a time when the cost of the shopping basket continues to be one of the main concerns for consumers.
The milk, the most visible change
The most relevant adjustment focuses on Hacendado brand milk, one of the most consumed products.
These are the new approximate prices per liter in six-pack format:
- Whole milk: 0.96 euros
- Whole lactose-free milk: 1.03 euros
- Semi-skimmed milk: 0.84 euros
- Semi-skimmed lactose-free milk: 0.94 euros
- Skimmed milk: 0.82 euros
The sales are applied to regular weekly shopping packs, which amplifies their impact on monthly spending.
Oil and potatoes: other basics that go down
The price reduction also reaches other key products of the basket:
- Refined sunflower oil: 1.66 euros per liter
- Mild olive oil: 3.95 euros per liter
- Potatoes (5 kg net): down from 6.15 to 5.60 euros
These are especially sensitive products, which have suffered significant increases in recent years.
More than 100 affected products
In addition to these basics, Mercadona confirms adjustments in other items such as yogurts, cookies or crushed tomato.
The company has not detailed the entire list, but on its website the new prices are already reflected, with a comparison between the previous amount and the current one.
What this drop means in full inflation
The movement occurs in a context in which factors such as energy costs, raw materials, or the international situation continue to push prices upwards.
Although sales do not represent a structural change, they do have a direct impact on the consumer:
- Reduction of spending on frequent products
- Greater stability in monthly shopping
- Competitive pressure on other chains