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Egg Prices Skyrocket 310% Amid Inflation Crisis

3/23/2025

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Egg prices in the US surged 310% since January 2005, nearing $5 per dozen due to avian flu.
Beef prices increased by 125%, while electricity costs have doubled.
Inflation impacts vary across products, influenced by production costs.
The federal minimum wage has stagnated at $7.25 since 2009, affecting purchasing power.

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Story summary

Egg prices in the US surged 310% since January 2005, nearing $5 per dozen due to avian flu.
Beef prices increased by 125%, while electricity costs have doubled.
Inflation impacts vary across products, influenced by production costs.
The federal minimum wage has stagnated at $7.25 since 2009, affecting purchasing power.