Groundwork’s Lindsay Owens on November CPI Report: “With food prices rising, the last thing consumers need is less competition in the grocery sector”

December 11, 2024

Groundwork’s Lindsay Owens on November CPI Report: “With food prices rising, the last thing consumers need is less competition in the grocery sector”

Today, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the November Consumer Price Index, which shows inflation at 2.7% year-over-year. Groundwork Collaborative Executive Director Lindsay Owens reacted with the following statement:

“With food prices rising, the last thing consumers need is less competition in the grocery sector. The Federal Trade Commission was absolutely right to block the merger between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons. The best way to deliver lower prices for consumers is to ensure robust competition in food, agriculture, and grocery.”

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