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GPT-5Oct 19, 2026openai/gpt-5-2025-08-07
Are prices lower in stores compared to a year ago?
Short answer: No.
•Overall consumer prices in the US were 3.7% higher in September 2026 than in September 2025.[1]
•Grocery store prices (“food at home”) were 1.8% higher year over year; they did tick down 0.1% from August to September, but that’s a monthly dip, not an annual decline.[1]
If you meant a specific type of store or item, tell me which and I’ll pull the latest.
Citations (1)
- Consumer Price Index News Release - 2026 M09 Results
Backs: “Overall consumer prices in the US were 3.7% higher in September 2026 than in September 2025.”