Soaring grocery prices, up 29% since 2020, are causing widespread financial stress for Americans. Factors contributing to the increase include supply chain disruptions, the war in Ukraine, avian flu, and President Trump's tariffs on imported goods like bananas and coffee. Consumers are coping by making smaller shopping trips, using coupons, and opting for cheaper store brands. Experts warn that once prices rise, they rarely fall, leaving many feeling anxious about their financial future and highlighting groceries as a major political issue.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.