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Burgers Cost More This Fourth of July
Grill season just got pricey—ground beef hits record highs as cattle numbers plummet, sparking DOJ scrutiny. Retail beef costs hover near $9.64 per pound, with USDA predicting more climbs. While cookouts now cost roughly the same percentage of your paycheck as they did a decade ago, the real shocker? Prices jumped 32% for beef, 30% for sodas, and 10% for sauces since 2020—erasing five years of savings. But there’s hope: buns down 12%, cheese 17%, tomatoes 18%. Mix in cheaper sides and hot dogs (stable since 2016), and you can still throw a budget-friendly bash. Support the show:Get a discount…
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