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Are prices lower in stores compared to a year ago?
No, prices in stores are generally not lower than a year ago—they are modestly higher on average, though the picture varies by category, item, retailer, and location, with some relief on specific goods and at discounters.[[1]](https://chart.ly/inflation-report/september-2026)
Overall Consumer Prices (US)
As of the latest detailed data (September 2026 CPI from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics):