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Grocery Coupon Guide
Grocery Coupon Guide
Business
Amanda Blankenship

Shrinkflation Isn’t A Hoax — Grocery Items Are Smaller, Same Price, and You’re Paying More Anyway

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You’re not imagining it! Your favorite snacks, cereals, and cleaning products are shrinking. Shrinkflation is the sneaky trick companies use to quietly reduce product sizes while charging the same (or even more). It’s one of the most frustrating trends in today’s grocery aisles, and it’s been accelerating since inflation hit record highs. Consumers are essentially paying more per ounce, bag, or roll without realizing it. The problem? Shrinkflation hides in plain sight, and it’s hitting every section of your grocery cart.

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