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business2 hours ago

American Grocery Bills Jump Nearly 19% Since 2022

U.S. food prices have risen about 19% since January 2022, with December’s CPI showing food up 3.1% year over year and 0.7% for the month. Beef, coffee and other staples are driving the climb, while eggs have cooled after a spike. Dining out isn’t spared either, as food-away-from-home costs rose about 4.1% annually, amid factors like constrained supplies, tariffs, weather, and higher labor and utility costs. Tariff cuts announced in November had not yet translated into immediate price relief.

personal-finance22 hours ago

CPI uptick tightens middle-class budgets as December costs rise

December’s CPI rose 0.3%, pushing the yearly inflation rate to 2.7% and underscoring ongoing pressure on middle‑income households. Food prices continued to climb—food at home up 2.4% and food at restaurants up 4.1% year over year, with a 0.7% monthly gain in both—while energy costs remained a drag: electricity up 6.7% and utilities 10.8% year over year (gasoline fell about 3.4% over 12 months). Primerica data show 69% of middle‑income Americans feel their income is falling behind the cost of living, up from 50% in 2020, highlighting persistent budget strain even as some goods prices cooled.”,

business5 months ago

Amazon launches free same-day grocery delivery for Prime members in 1,000 U.S. cities

Amazon has expanded its same-day delivery service for perishable groceries to 1,000 US cities, with plans to reach over 2,300 by year's end, aiming to compete with Instacart and Walmart+ in the quick-commerce space, offering fresh produce, dairy, meat, and seafood with temperature-controlled logistics and flexible pricing for Prime and non-Prime members.

business1 year ago

"Walmart and Kroger Settlements: How Shoppers Can Claim Cash Payments"

Walmart is settling a lawsuit over alleged price inflation of weighted goods and bagged citrus, offering up to $500 in settlement money to eligible customers who purchased these items between Oct. 19, 2018 and Jan. 19, 2024. Claims can be filed online or by mail, with a deadline of June 5, 2024. Payments, ranging from $10 to $500, will be distributed after a final approval hearing on June 16, 2024, with the possibility of delays due to appeals.

business1 year ago

"Claim Up to $500 in Walmart Settlement Cash for Recent Grocery Purchases"

Walmart is settling a $45 million lawsuit over claims of inflating the price of weighted goods, and customers who purchased such items between Oct. 19, 2018 and Jan. 19, 2024 may be eligible to claim a portion of the settlement. Eligible customers can file a claim online or by mail, with a deadline of June 5, 2024, and potential payments ranging from $10 to $500 based on the number of items purchased or 2% of the total cost with receipts.

business1 year ago

"Claim Your Cash: Walmart Shoppers Eligible for Up to $500 in Settlement"

Walmart has agreed to pay $45 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that customers who purchased certain weighted meat, seafood, and bagged citrus products at its stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico paid more than the lowest advertised price. Eligible customers can submit claims for cash payments, with amounts varying based on proof of purchase. Claims must be submitted by June 5, and approved claimants will receive payments electronically or by check.

business1 year ago

"Claim Your Cash: Walmart's $45M Settlement for Grocery Shoppers"

Walmart has agreed to pay $45 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that customers who purchased certain weighted meat, seafood, and bagged citrus products at its stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico paid more than the lowest advertised price. Eligible customers can submit claims for cash payments, with amounts varying based on proof of purchase. The deadline to submit a claim is June 5, and approved claimants will receive payments electronically or by check.

business1 year ago

"Walmart Shoppers Eligible for Cash Payout in $45M Weighted Groceries Lawsuit Settlement"

Walmart has agreed to pay $45 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that customers who purchased certain weighted groceries and bagged fruit paid more than the lowest advertised price. Eligible consumers can now submit claims for cash payments, with amounts varying based on proof of purchase. The deadline to submit a claim is June 5, and payments will be made electronically or by paper check.

business-legal1 year ago

"Claim Your Cash: Walmart Shoppers Eligible for Up to $500 in Settlement"

Walmart has agreed to pay $45 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that customers who purchased certain weighted groceries and bagged fruit paid more than the lowest advertised price. Eligible consumers can now submit claims for cash payments, with amounts varying based on proof of purchase. The deadline to submit a claim is June 5, and the final approval hearing is set for June 12.

business1 year ago

"Claim Up to $500 in Walmart Grocery Settlement"

Walmart has agreed to pay $45 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging that customers who purchased certain weighted meat, seafood, and bagged citrus products at its stores paid more than the lowest advertised price. Consumers who bought these products between October 19, 2018 and January 19, 2024 in the U.S. and Puerto Rico can submit claims for cash payments, with amounts varying based on proof of purchase. The deadline to submit a claim is June 5, and approved claimants will receive payments electronically or by check.