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Gas prices fall, but grocery bills keep climbing for Waco shoppers
By Erin Delahunty at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 13, 2026
· 2 min read
Gas prices may be falling, but grocery bills are heading in the opposite direction and Waco shoppers are feeling it.The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports grocery inflation is up nearly 3% over the last year. While local economist Ray Perryman says that percentage is in line with most other...
Key takeaway Bureau of Labor Statistics reports grocery inflation is up nearly 3% over the last year.
Why this matters in The Waco
For Waco shoppers, the recent drop in gas prices has not brought the same level of savings to their grocery bills. Despite lower fuel costs, prices for staple items like coffee, tomatoes, and ground beef have increased substantially over the past year. This disconnect is a concern for local consumers who are not seeing the benefits of decreased gas prices in their overall expenses. As the community navigates these price fluctuations, shoppers will need to be mindful of their budgets and look for ways to offset the rising costs of essential items.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Gas prices may be falling, but grocery bills are heading in the opposite direction and Waco shoppers are feeling it.The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports grocery inflation is up nearly 3% over the last year. While local economist Ray Perryman says that percentage is in line with most other...
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