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Aldi Matches Musgrave as Irish Supermarkets Cut Own‑Brand Butter Prices by Up to 15%

Retailers present the reductions as cost‑of‑living relief within a broader trend of staple price cuts.

Overview

  • Musgrave reduced SuperValu and Centra own‑brand Irish butter to €3.39 for 454g packs and €2.09 for 227g packs, delivering savings of up to €0.60 per pack.
  • The Musgrave price changes took effect yesterday across stores nationwide, with Aldi implementing matching reductions immediately.
  • Aldi set its Kilkeely Pure Irish Creamery Butter to €3.39 for 454g and €2.09 for 227g, and said it will review pricing daily to maintain value.
  • Musgrave said it is investing in own‑brand ranges to support shoppers facing household cost pressures.
  • The moves follow recent cuts to milk and bread, and reporters have sought confirmation from Dunnes Stores, Tesco and Lidl on whether they will match the new butter prices.