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Are prices lower in stores compared to a year ago?
No, prices in stores are generally not lower compared to a year ago; on average, they are higher, though inflation has moderated and many retailers are offering more discounts and rollbacks on specific items.[[1]](https://www.bls.gov/cpi/latest-numbers.htm)
Official Inflation Data (US, as of August 2026)
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index (CPI):
- Overall