Tag: Shopping Tips
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Rising Food Prices: How to Navigate the Naughty List at the Grocery Store
Why food prices are rising Grocery costs have been climbing for several reasons, from supply chain hiccups to shifts in weather impacting harvests. Inflation, fuel prices, and global demand for staples all play a role in the weekly total at the checkout. While headline numbers can seem abstract, the effect is tangible: every trip to…
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These Groceries Are On the Naughty List as Prices Keep Rising
Why grocery prices keep climbing Inflation has been a stubborn companion for households across the country. While headlines tout cooling inflation in some sectors, grocery prices have a sharper, more persistent trajectory. Several factors are converging to push everyday staples higher: supply chain hiccups, weather-related crop yields, energy costs, and currency pressures on imported goods.…
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Black Friday Discounts Misaligned: Which? Finds Prices Often Not at 12-Month Low
Introduction: What the Which? findings mean for shoppers As Black Friday approaches, many shoppers hope to snag the lowest prices of the year. Yet new research from consumer group Which? suggests that a significant portion of Black Friday offers don’t reach their cheapest level in the last 12 months. The insight challenges the common belief…
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Black Friday Discounts Fall Short: Which? Finds No Lowest Prices in 12 Months
Consumer groups warn: don’t assume Black Friday deals are the cheapest As shoppers flock to the high street and online marketplaces this Black Friday, a new warning from Which? suggests that many advertised discounts aren’t the lowest prices available. The consumer group analyzed price histories across major product categories and found that on the day…
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Buyer Beware: Exposing the Worst Black Friday Price Bluster from Major Retailers
Introduction: The risk of Black Friday price bluster Black Friday is widely pitched as a celebration of unbeatable deals, but consumer watchdogs and savvy shoppers have learned to look beyond the hype. A growing pattern of price bluster—where retailers advertise dramatic discounts that aren’t as deep as promised—has emerged across major brands. This article pulls…
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Buyer Beware: The Worst Retailers for Black Friday Bluster Exposed
Introduction: Black Friday Promise vs. Reality Black Friday has become a high-stakes shopping event, with retailers touting “unbeatable” deals and limited-time discounts. Yet several reports, including investigations by consumer watchdogs, show a recurring pattern: some stores use price bluster to lure buyers without delivering meaningful savings. This article examines how the practice manifests, what to…
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Buyer beware: exposing the worst retailers for Black Friday bluster
Understanding the hype vs. reality of Black Friday pricing Black Friday has become a global shopping ritual, a day when discounts are supposedly everywhere and savings are everywhere. But the reality for many shoppers is a pattern of bluster: prices that look sharp in ads or banners but aren’t genuinely lower than ordinary sales. This…
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Choice Shonky Awards 2025: Big Names Shamed as CommBank, Temu and HCF Called Out
Choice Shonky Awards 2025: A snapshot of consumer grievances Australia’s consumer advocacy group Choice has released its annual Shonky Awards, spotlighting products, services, and brands that have fallen short on value, honesty, and quality. The 2025 list features a mix of familiar culprits and surprising newcomers, underscoring that consumer trust is a moving target in…
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Boulanger Stock Clearout: 18 French Days Deals to Watch
Overview: Boulanger ramps up stock-clearing promotions during the final stretch of the French Days The French Days are nearing their close, and Boulanger is leveraging the moment to liquidate stock with serious promotions. Shoppers can expect a surge of price cuts across electronics, home appliances, and everyday gadgets. If you’ve been eyeing a big purchase,…
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Boulanger Liquidates Stocks: 18 French Days Deals to Watch
How Boulanger is closing the gap as French Days near the end As the French Days draw to a close, Boulanger is pulling out all the stops to liquidate stock and boost final-day sales. The retailer is rolling out 18 strong offers, spanning essentials in home appliances and consumer electronics. For smart shoppers, this is…