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Grocery Prices Set to Rise: Beef, Coffee, Chocolate Soar

2/18/2026

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Grocery prices are projected to rise 2.3% in 2026.
Beef prices will climb due to low cattle herds and high consumer demand.
Coffee prices are likely to increase due to ongoing shortages.
Chocolate prices remain high due to a cocoa supply deficit.
Orange juice prices have surged 28% since January 2025.

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Story summary

Grocery prices are projected to rise 2.3% in 2026.
Beef prices will climb due to low cattle herds and high consumer demand.
Coffee prices are likely to increase due to ongoing shortages.
Chocolate prices remain high due to a cocoa supply deficit.
Orange juice prices have surged 28% since January 2025.