For frugal shoppers, “coupon stacking” is a celebrated strategy. It’s the art of combining multiple discounts—like a manufacturer’s coupon with a store’s coupon on a single item—to achieve maximum savings. For years, this practice was a key way to get deep discounts. However, many shoppers have noticed that stores are increasingly restricting this practice. While they might not announce it with fanfare, policies have tightened, and checkout systems now prevent what was once common. There are several important reasons behind this shift. Here’s a decoded look at why some stores quietly “hate” coupon stacking and have moved away from it.
