economy
As inflation ticks up and grocery prices climb, a Florida mother turns to digital couponing to save money
Inflation rose to its highest level since 2023 in April, leaving many Americans searching for ways to save as the price of necessities continues to climb. For Kiana Powell, a Florida mother with a family of five, each trip to the grocery store is becoming more expensive, telling CBS News her bill has increased by about $50 since just last month.
TL;DR
- Inflation reached its highest level since 2023 in April, increasing the cost of necessities.
- A Florida mother, Kiana Powell, has experienced a significant increase in her grocery bill.
- Prices for tomatoes are up nearly 40%, ground beef over 14%, and fish/seafood about 6% from last year.
- Powell uses online deals, shops at different stores, and employs digital couponing found on social media to save money.
- She actively seeks out bargains as a daily task, recognizing the need to save on all items, not just groceries.
- A CBS News poll indicates about 75% of Americans believe incomes are not keeping up with inflation.