The price of a shopping basket in Portugal has increased by €17 over the past year, with essential goods now costing significantly more. Despite a slight drop in late August, prices remain high compared to previous years. Eggs have seen the largest price increase, with a 41% rise in the past year. Other products like curly lettuce, broccoli, and beef have also increased in price. The rise in food prices is attributed to factors such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the global crisis caused by bird flu. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)