President Donald Trump said in a July 6 Truth Social post that Walmart would lower prices on a range of products, including ground beef.
“This is a huge deal for the many millions of Americans who, smartly, shop at Walmart, which is a truly patriotic Company who loves the U.S.A.,” Trump said. “Walmart is stepping up in a big and bold way, and other Retailers should follow the lead of these absolute Patriots.”
The move was confirmed by the supermarket chain in a news release on July 6, saying that thousands of products will see lower prices in both Walmart and Sam’s Club stores throughout the summer.
“Customers count on Walmart to deliver the value they need every day, and summer is no exception,” said Julie Barber, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer of Walmart U.S.
According to Walmart, the price of one pound of 73% ground beef roll would drop by 12%, going from $6.74 to $5.94. At Sam’s Club, a Member’s Mark 88/12 ground beef will drop by 3%, going from $6.17 to $5.97 per pound.
Apart from ground beef, Walmart said that customers can expect savings across “grocery, household essentials, outdoor living, toys, and apparel.” The retailer also listed some examples of lower prices:
- Fresh Sweet Corn on the Cob: From $0.68 to $0.25
- Fresh Red Cherries 2.25-pound bag: From $11.18 to $5.63
- Great Value Ice Cream 48 fluid ounces: From $2.97 to $2.50
- Lay’s Classic Potato Chips 8-ounce bag: From $2.97 to $2.50
- Frito-Lay Family Fun Variety Pack, 18-count: From $9.97 to $8.97
- Great Value Disposable Paper Plates, 200-count: From $9.97 to $8.97
- Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar 24-packs: From $14.97 to $9.97
- Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, and Diet Mountain Dew 24-packs: From $13.97 to $9.97
Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY.
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