It looks like inflation is coming back from the dead, just in time for spooky season.
The conflict in Iran and other complications are driving up energy and transportation costs, and that’s taking a toll on already-stretched household budgets.
But recent food price increases aren’t yet showing up, and grocery retailers appear to be addressing shoppers’ worries head-on with preemptive cuts.
Discount chain Aldi said Wednesday that it is rolling out approximately $86 million in discounts on fresh foods through November 3, and that one-third of its assortment is already priced lower than last year.
Meanwhile, grocery giant Kroger ramped up pressure…
