Groceries
News, insights and expert analysis on groceries from the team at Kiplinger.
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Walmart Isn't the Cheapest Grocery Store — Here's the Chain That Beat It
If you're looking for the lowest prices on groceries, Walmart might not be your best bet anymore.
By Rachael Green
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5 Laundry Habits That Are Costing You Money
You might be flushing money down the drain if you have any of these laundry habits.
By Rachael Green
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'Food Tax': Which States Still Tax Groceries?
State Tax Ten states still tax groceries, but that figure is shrinking.
By Katelyn Washington
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10 Cities Where Grocery Prices Are Highest in 2026
Residents in these 10 cities pay up to 31% more than the rest of the country to keep food on the table.
By Rachael Green
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41 New Trader Joe’s Stores Are Opening in 2025 — Is Your City on the List?
From coast to coast, Trader Joe’s has 41 new stores planned for 2025 — here’s where they’re opening.
By Paige Cerulli
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Three Ways to Spend Less on Groceries This Year
More of us are looking to spend less on groceries this year, as tariffs affect food bills. Here are three smart ways to keep grocery costs down.
By Nellie S. Huang
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What Federal Interest Rates Mean for Your Grocery Bill
The relationship between grocery prices and the Federal Reserve has plenty of back-and-forth. Understand how they interplay.
By Rachael Green
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Trump Calls for Cane Sugar Coke: Will You Pay Higher Prices and Soda Tax?
Food Taxes The debate over cane sugar vs. corn syrup is heating up, raising questions about cost, policy, and, in some cases, soda taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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22 Things You Shouldn’t Buy at Warehouse Clubs
Costco We talked to shopping experts to find out which products shoppers should steer clear of (and why) at warehouse clubs like Costco, Sam's Club and BJs.
By Bob Niedt
Costco
