The Cost of War Hits the Grocery Aisle

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WASHINGTON — The numbers are in, and they aren't what anyone wanted to see. On Tuesday, the Labor Department reported that wholesale prices jumped by 4% last month. This spike is being driven almost entirely by the ongoing conflict with Iran, which has sent energy costs through the roof.

For the average person, this isn't just a graph on a screen; it’s the price of a gallon of milk or the cost of a commute. While the "demand destruction"—economist-speak for people simply being unable to afford things—started in the Middle East, it’s now landing squarely on American doorsteps. In cities like San Antonio, small business owners are already feeling the squeeze, wondering how much longer they can keep their prices steady as their own utility bills soar.

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