What can a cheeseburger tell us about commodity inflation?
More than you might think.
From beef and buns to cheddar and cooking oil, input costs are climbing. But most tools don’t reveal how those changes ripple through commodity food chains and actually affect finished goods pricing.
That’s about to change.
This August, the team is proud to relaunch the all-new DecisionNext Finished Goods Index (FGI). It now gives you a clearer, smarter way to connect raw material markets to everyday products like a cheeseburger. Focusing on fully assembled items, the Index provides an intuitive view of commodity volatility and margin pressure that ties directly to real-life decisions. So you have better insight into how market changes affect your products and profits.
Get a Full Picture of Finished Goods Costs
The FGI provides a comprehensive view of input costs across the past, present, and future timeframes. Each product is tracked using consistent recipes and live market data, and then benchmarked to 2024 prices for easy comparison. An index value of 110, for example, signals a 10% rise in total input cost from the baseline.
But the FGI does more than track historical trends. It also delivers forward-looking forecasts, helping stakeholders anticipate cost shifts before they hit margins. Powered by DecisionNext’s proprietary AI models, these forecasts incorporate market fundamentals and historical trends, with flexibility to adapt to changing scenarios to support more strategic decision-making.
Whether you’re pricing next month’s menu, planning a promotion, or negotiating supplier contracts, the FGI equips you with a sharper view of where costs are—and where they’re headed.
Be Ready for Food Price Shifts Starting in August
The first edition of the relaunched Finished Goods Index will spotlight an American classic: the cheeseburger. By drawing on a broad range of inputs—from proteins to dairy to grains—it turns a common item into a clear example of how costs change across the food supply chain.
In the months ahead, the Index will expand to include additional finished goods such as hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, and pepperoni pizza. These additions will give stakeholders an even broader, more granular view of market shifts and pricing power.
Want a Sneak Peek?
You can now get early access ahead of the official launch. Spots are still available. If you’re interested in exploring how the Finished Goods Index can enhance your pricing, sourcing, or forecasting strategy, get in touch with us today.
