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The Indicator from Planet Money

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Struggles of ALICE Households Amidst Rising Grocery Prices

This chapter examines the ongoing increase in grocery prices and its significant impact on ALICE households, who are financially constrained despite being employed. It introduces the Alice Essentials Index, contrasting it with the Consumer Price Index to highlight the essential cost burdens faced by these families and offers tips for maintaining healthy eating on a tight budget.

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