On Monday, June 22, 2026, the Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco) revealed that Chedraui UPAEP in Puebla holds the title for the lowest prices on Mexico\u2019s basic food basket. According to Iv\u00e1n Escalante Ruiz, head of Profeco, the 24 essential products cost just 764.40 pesos at this location, making it the most affordable option nationwide in the latest \u201cQui\u00e9n es Qui\u00e9n en los Precios\u201d report.<\/p>\n
During the morning press conference led by Mexico City\u2019s president Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo, Escalante Ruiz highlighted Chedraui UPAEP\u2019s commitment to keeping prices accessible, marking it with a \u201ccheck\u201d for affordability. This comes as part of a broader effort to protect Mexican families\u2019 purchasing power amid inflation pressures.<\/p>\n
In contrast, the highest price for the same basket was found at M\u00e1s Bodega Aurrera Las Fuentes in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, where the cost reached 911.60 pesos\u2014just slightly above the national agreement\u2019s limit of 910 pesos.<\/p>\n
Most stores monitored have respected the recent agreement signed by President Sheinbaum Pardo alongside food industry leaders and major retail chains. This pact aims to stabilize prices on essential goods and ease the economic burden on households.<\/p>\n
For migrants and residents navigating Mexico\u2019s cost of living, these findings offer a clear guide on where to shop smartly. Puebla\u2019s Chedraui UPAEP stands out as a beacon of affordability, reinforcing the importance of accessible, fair pricing in urban centers.<\/p>\n