Exploring the emergence of whole body deodorants targeting multiple body areas at double the price, alongside the concept of 'upflation' where companies innovate everyday products for new uses and charge higher prices. The episode delves into how inflation is impacting prices in stores and the implications for consumers.
You’ve probably felt the pain of inflation. And you’ve also probably heard about shrinkflation — when companies respond to inflation by keeping their prices steady and making their products smaller. But have you heard of ‘upflation’?
It’s a new tactic consumer goods brands are using to get people shopping again. From whole-body deodorant to more genres of razor, companies are tweaking everyday essentials and jacking up the price. On today’s Big Take podcast, Bloomberg consumer goods reporter Leslie Patton tells host Sarah Holder where to spot upflation in the wild – and how to avoid paying extra for everyday products.
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