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Walmart's Thanksgiving Meal Drops 25% Amid Price Strain

11/16/2025

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Walmart's 2025 Thanksgiving meal costs nearly $40, about 25% less than last year, with 15 items.
U.S. President Donald Trump attributed the price drop to lower costs under his leadership.
The decrease reflects a simplified meal, not a broad price trend.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for food-at-home rose 1.4% from January to September, while the change helps consumers manage costs amid financial strain.

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Story summary

Walmart's 2025 Thanksgiving meal costs nearly $40, about 25% less than last year, with 15 items.
U.S. President Donald Trump attributed the price drop to lower costs under his leadership.
The decrease reflects a simplified meal, not a broad price trend.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for food-at-home rose 1.4% from January to September, while the change helps consumers manage costs amid financial strain.