We just got the clearest sign yet that grocery price increases are slowing down

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Kroger expects disinflation, or a slowing rate of inflation, on groceries going into 2024.

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Family Dollar might close stores as Dollar Tree, its parent company, reviews the brand

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Some Family Dollar stores could close, rebrand, or move as a result of a review of the brand by parent company Dollar Tree.

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I got stabbed while shopping for Instacart. I was shocked by how difficult it was to get support as an injured gig worker.

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The Instacart shopper who recounted being stabbed isn't pictured.

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I shopped at Home Depot and Lowe's for holiday decorations, and one store made me feel like I'd stepped into a winter wonderland

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Holiday decorations at a Lowe's store.
A view of the holiday decor available at Lowe's this year.

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I shopped for holiday decor at Dollar Tree and Party City, and the pricier chain has better items for gatherings

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Terri Peters at Dollar Tree and Party City.
I wanted to see if Dollar Tree or Party City had better decor for winter.

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Target might limit you to just 10 items at self-checkout registers

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Customers check out at a Target store in North Miami Beach, Fla.
Target is testing a 10-item limit on self-checkout at some stores.

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Dollar General is overcharging customers at checkout in several states, according to lawsuits and customers

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Dollar General shoppers and employees say the retail chain is overcharging customers even after facing lawsuits from several states.

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What is retail shrink, and how does it differ from theft?

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Shrink often comes up in discussions about theft and organized retail crime.

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I visited Target locations in New York City and the Midwest. The 2 stores felt like totally different chains.

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Target in the Midwest (left) and New York City.
Target in the Midwest (left) and New York City.

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Walmart Black Friday crowds and chaos are a thing of the past

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Customers shop at Walmart's Black Friday event on Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015 in Rogers, Arkansas
Customers shop at Walmart's Black Friday event on Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015 in Rogers, Arkansas

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