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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
J.R. Duren

Thinking of hitting the drive-thru? It may still be fast, but it’s no longer cheap

A drive-thru used to be a quick way to get a cheap meal - they’re still quick, but recent inflation data indicates they aren’t cheap.

Fast-food prices went up 3.8 percent year on year in September, while groceries rose 1.8 percent, according to federal figures published in October.

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