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Economy

Coverage of economic trends, fiscal policy, taxes, and the financial issues affecting American families.

1,380 stories Updated Jan 6, 2026 Related desks: PoliticsSocial Security

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The Secret Algorithms Driving Up Your Grocery Bill

The Secret Algorithms Driving Up Your Grocery Bill

Instacart is accused of quietly charging different shoppers different prices for the same groceries, sparking price discrimination fears.

Sarah Katherine Sisk

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