Competition bureau launches study to examine how food supply chain affects grocery prices

The Competition Bureau has launched a new study of the Canadian food supply chain to examine drivers of rising grocery prices. The announcement points to potential scrutiny of competition and supply-chain dynamics, but it is still only a study with no immediate policy change. Market impact should be limited in the near term.

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The Competition Bureau has launched a new study of the Canadian food supply chain to examine drivers of rising grocery prices. The announcement points to potential scrutiny of competition and supply-chain dynamics, but it is still only a study with no immediate policy change. Market impact should be limited in the near term.