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Are prices lower in stores compared to a year ago?
No, overall prices in stores are generally not lower than a year ago—they are higher on average, though increases have moderated for many goods categories, some specific items are cheaper, and retailers are offering more discounts/promotions.
1. [UNLINKED] [https://text.npr.org/nx-s1-5241014](https://text.npr.org/nx-s1-5241014)
2. [UNLINKED] [https://www.bls.gov/opub/ted/2025/consumer-price-index