Sainsbury’s expects challenging run-up to Christmas as households feel squeeze

October 22, 2026 · 10:33 am 1 sources

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• Sainsbury’s expects challenging run-up to Christmas as households feel squeeze
  The Guardian · October 22, 2026 10:33
  Supermarket urges government not to ‘further aggravate’ pressure on costs for businesses in next week’s budget Sainsbury’s has warned of a “pretty challenging” market in the run-up to Christmas as households are “finding it tough” and food producers face rising costs. Simon Roberts, the chief…