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Grocery prices rocketed after the pandemic, and now they’re falling slower than expected—like feathers drifting down. Despite inflation slowing, food still feels expensive because prices rarely retreat once they climb. The USDA predicts a 2.7% rise this year, slightly above projections but near historical norms. Shoppers are buying less, switching to discount stores and store brands, and avoiding name brands to save. High gas, weight-loss drug use, and reduced food aid are driving the shift. Retailers hold firm on prices due to past wholesale costs and profit goals, and consumers stop hunting deals once prices stabilize—giving stores little incentive to cut further. But hope’s on the horizon: Walmart and Target are rolling back prices on staples, and if they lead the charge, others may follow, potentially easing the squeeze soon.

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