In January 2024, olive oil prices in the EU saw a significant increase of 50% compared to the same period in 2023. The most substantial hikes were observed in Portugal (+69%), Greece (+67%), and Spain (+63%), with the trend starting in the second half of 2023 and peaking in November with a 51% increase year-on-year. Conversely, the smallest increases were noted in Romania (+13%), Ireland (+16%), and the Netherlands (+18%).