What food items saw the largest price hikes and declines in September?
The Labor Department's latest consumer price index data showed that inflation continues to strain consumers' food budgets, with some items seeing notable price increases.
Cantaloupe melons recalled across five states over potential salmonella contamination: FDA
Eagle Produce LLC is recalling Kandy-brand cantaloupes due to concerns about salmonella, the FDA announced. The melons were sold in August in five different U.S. states.
Egg brand recalled after salmonella outbreak sickens dozens of consumers in nine states: CDC
Milo's Poultry Farms, an Amish business that produces organic eggs, is recalling all eggs labelled "Milo’s Poultry Farms" and "Tony’s Fresh Market" over reports of salmonella infections.
Independent grocers urge enforcement of antitrust laws rather than 'price gouging' push
The National Grocers Association urged lawmakers and regulators to focus on enforcing antitrust law in supplier pricing instead of alleged "price gouging" by the grocery industry.
Here's why grocers are really raising prices
Grocery stores are facing allegations of price gouging, but an industry leader is pushing back on those claims and cites mounting labor costs and commodity prices as the main cause.
Kroger-Albertsons merger heads to trial
The FTC lawsuit to block the Albertsons-Kroger merger went to trial on Monday, with the agency arguing the deal undermines competition and the companies saying it will help consumers.
Food store CEO sets record straight on Harris' price-gouging claim
Stew Leonard's President & CEO Stew Leonard Jr. weighs in on rising costs and Vice President Kamala Harris' price control plan.
Harris' economic plan proposes to fix 'price gouging' and go after 'excessive profits,' but what defines this?
Vice President Harris' proposed a price control plan cracking down on alleged "price gouging" and "excessive profits" by grocery stores, though it lacks details defining those terms.
Grocery stores are moving to digital price tags: are they harming consumers?
Democratic Senators Bob Casey and Elizabeth Warren are probing grocery store chain Kroger over the use of digital price tags that they worry could enable price gouging.
Albertsons and Kroger agree to pause merger amid legal, regulatory challenges
Kroger and Albertsons announced that the two companies agreed to temporarily pause their $25 billion merger as a lawsuit filed by Colorado challenging their merger goes to trial.
Wells Fargo analysts 'weigh in' on Chipotle portion sizing after restaurant chain faces backlash online
Chipotle locations have been facing backlash online as customers call out the restaurant for a decline in portion sizes; some Wells Fargo analysts have the data to back up these claims.
Mike Rowe backs Chick-fil-A's $35 skills summer camp that was slammed as 'child labor': 'God bless them'
MikeRoweWorks Foundation CEO Mike Rowe reacts to Chick-fil-A's controversial kids summer camp, which aims to teach unique skills at only $35 a week.
American entrepreneurship on the rise shows resiliency of workers despite record inflation
Americans say economic conditions in the U.S. are fair or poor. But concerns over the economy are not stopping Americans from taking risks and opening their own businesses.
Butter lovers to have new Ritz cracker offering in limited-edition flavor, plus gold-bar opportunity
Ritz has announced a new limited-edition "Buttery-er Flavored Crackers" snack offering, which hits store shelves April 29, 2024 — along with a contest starting May 1 to win a 24-karat gold bar.
History of Starbucks: The journey from local Seattle store to global coffee powerhouse
Learn about the history of Starbucks, from its inception in Seattle to its current status as a global coffee giant with more than 38,000 locations worldwide.
These 5 popular fast-food chains went out of business, but why?
Gimmicks, regional popularity and expansion are not always enough to keep a fast-food franchise afloat. These five once-beloved businesses were all forced to close shop.
Woman shocked at 'pricey' grocery store veggie and fruit platters costing over $30 each
A Canadian woman was stunned to find that her local supermarket was offering pre-cut and packaged fruit and vegetable platters for a hefty price tag.
Hershey's new Cadbury Bunny is a rescue raccoon from Florida
Louie, a Miami-based pet raccoon, was recently named the winner of the 2024 Cadbury Bunny Tryouts from The Hershey Company, defeating a cat named Loki in the final vote.
Hidden Valley Ranch launches Cheez-It-flavored dressing, ‘Cheezy Ranch’
Hidden Valley Ranch and Cheez-It have teamed up to create Cheezy Ranch. Plus, six new ranch flavors are planned for release this spring. Here are the details.
These are the hot sauce brands Americans love most, according to Instacart data
In honor of National Hot Sauce Day, find out which hot sauce brands Americans love most, according to Instacart sales data. See if your favorite hot sauce brand made the list.