Special Report

The Price of This Household Item Is Soaring

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25. Furniture and bedding
> Price increase, April 2021 to April 2022: +15.0%

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24. Fats and oils
> Price increase, April 2021 to April 2022: +15.3%

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23. Fresh whole milk
> Price increase, April 2021 to April 2022: +15.5%

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22. Butter
> Price increase, April 2021 to April 2022: +16.0%

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21. Oranges, including tangerines
> Price increase, April 2021 to April 2022: +16.6%

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