According to Forbes.com, it's going to be a pretty stiff tab this year to get your BBQ up and running - some of the most essential items for the unofficial kickoff of summer 2024 continue to burn a hole in Americans’ wallets.
Steaks are 7%* more expensive than they were a year ago, beer is 10%* more expensive and cigarettes are 7%* more expensive, according to the federal government’s consumer price index.
According to the report, This may be the year to opt for a more Mediterranean grill session rather than the traditional burger and hot dog setup, as fresh fish and seafood is actually 2.7% cheaper than it was this time last year, according to government data, while raw beef is 6%* more expensive.
* Bear in mind that the government numbers are 100% bullshit. The actual inflation numbers year-over-year are more like triple the percent they claim.
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ReplyDeleteToday's inflation is only 0.055% !!!!!
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