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Survey: 30% of Americans Shoplifted in 2026, Walmart Easiest

7/22/2026

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A LendingTree survey found 30% of Americans shoplifted in 2026, up from 24% in 2024.
Ninety percent cited affordability concerns and the economy, as inflation rose when Iran war lifted oil prices.
Shoplifters most often took food and drinks and named Walmart (47%) as easiest, followed by Family Dollar, Amazon Fresh and Kroger.
Matt Schulz, LendingTree's chief consumer finance analyst, warned shoplifting can cause fines and job or housing problems.

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A LendingTree survey found 30% of Americans shoplifted in 2026, up from 24% in 2024.
Ninety percent cited affordability concerns and the economy, as inflation rose when Iran war lifted oil prices.
Shoplifters most often took food and drinks and named Walmart (47%) as easiest, followed by Family Dollar, Amazon Fresh and Kroger.
Matt Schulz, LendingTree's chief consumer finance analyst, warned shoplifting can cause fines and job or housing problems.