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Are prices lower in stores compared to a year ago?
[[1]](https://www.bls.gov/cpi/)[[2]](https://www.grocerytradenews.com/us-grocery-inflation-september-2026/)No, overall prices in stores are not lower compared to a year ago (as of the latest data from September 2026). The U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) for all items rose 3.7% year-over-year.[[1]](https://www.bls.gov/cpi/)
Key Details from BLS CPI Data (September 2026)
- Overall CPI: +3.7% YoY (