groceries

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“Essential categories—such as groceries, gas, and household items—continue to show net positive spending intentions, while discretionary categories like consumer electronics, computers, and alcohol exhibit comparatively weaker spending outlooks,” Weaver writes.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Chuong Vo said families are struggling with a variety of costs, including gas, groceries and insurance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Partially because when it comes to budgeting, I actually don’t think the amount of money you allocate toward groceries and gas and entertainment is all that different from your partnered peers.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

The team behind a community grocery shop opening in a Surrey town for the first time say they want to "restore dignity" for shoppers while helping those in need with low-cost groceries.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Doc turned back to the groceries and Coal went to help.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste