The snack industry is huge for good reason and shows no signs of slowing down, even with price increases and shrinkflation. Consumers never had so much choice and variety for snacks of all flavors, whether they are sweet, spicy, "swicy", savory, and so much more. Whether you prefer cookies to crackers or cold treats to chocolatey goodness, there are some truly special products being launched in May. So which ones are the most exciting? You tell us. Here are seven new snack releases that are perfect for all your picnics, hangouts, and binge-watching this spring.

Tru Fru Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana

Tru Fru just launched a new Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana flavor, available in the freezer aisle at Target, Whole Foods, and H-E-B stores from May 7th. The company calls the new treat "an elevated take on summer's most nostalgic treat" which "instantly brings you back to the best parts of summer – from days spent at camp to nights at the state fair."

Muddy Bites Girl Scout Coconut Caramel

Muddy Bites is now available at Whole Foods and just launched a brand new flavor: Girl Scout Coconut Caramel. The new flavor is exclusive to Whole Foods, along with the top-selling Milk and Dark flavors. "The Muddy Bites are completely and utterly addicting!" one Costco shopper said. I bought a bag yesterday and can't believe I have hundreds the last bit of a sundae cone to eat at will!"

Cholula Original Hot Salsa

Cholula just launched a fantastic line of products including the new Original Hot Salsa, which has a "hotter, spicier profile" than the Original Salsa and "takes eggs, burgers, and salads to a new level with balanced hot heat." Fans love the original salsa, raving about it on social media. "Spotted this at the store and it's good!! Right amount of smokiness and a good kick to it. In between watery and chunky consistency. I recommend it!" one said.

happy Coffee x Tate's Bake Shop

Robert Downey Jr.'s happy Products and Tate's Bake Shop just teamed up to launch a Limited Edition Coffee and Cookie Collaboration that looks absolutely delicious. Available exclusively at Walmart, the limited-edition lineup includes treats like the Tate's Bake Shop Vanilla Latte Cookie, which combine "Tate's signature buttery crunch with bold notes of coffee and creamy rich vanilla." Yum!

Blue Diamond Gourmet Almonds

Blue Diamond just brought the Gourmet Almonds back and they are an absolute treat, shoppers say. "If these nuts took human form I would marry them!" one enthusiastic Amazon customer said. "I came across these one time at a rest stop in the middle of no where and ate the whole bag in one sitting and the guilt I felt after realizing the serving size was validated because they're so good! "

Gluten-Free Tim Tam

Cult Australian cookie/biscuit hybrid Tim Tam is launching a gluten-free version just in time for Celiac Awareness Day on May 16th. The new version will be available in select Albertsons, and if the fan response is anything close to what regular Tim Tams get they will be snapped up as fast as lightning. "Here on vacation from the States, and I think I wanna throw out all my clothes and take back suitcases full of Tim Tams," one Redditor said. "How are these things so amazing?"

Blue Diamond Toasted Almonds & Cherries

Blue Diamond also just launched six new flavors available in the produce section: Toasted Almonds & Cherries, Oven Roasted Honey, Lightly Salted, Sea Salt & Black Pepper, Sea Salt Almonds & Blueberries, and Whole Natural. The new offerings include almond and fruit blends, while others come in reusable stand-up bags for your convenience. We are spoiled!

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American shoppers love Aldi. The European chain continues its rapid expansion in the U.S., aiming to open 225 new stores in 2025, and most recently expanding into Connecticut. Known for offering high-quality items at very low prices, Aldi has cemented its place as a fan-favorite grocery store—but not everything on offer is a hit with customers. There are specific items which are simply not a hit with consumers for a myriad of reasons, from deli meats to knock off Rice Krispie Treats. Here are seven foods you should never buy at Aldi, according to shoppers.

Deli Meats

Shoppers are not impressed with the deli meat Aldi has on offer. "Deli/lunch meats and cheeses … the quality just can't match the deli at shoprite or BJs," one Redditor said. "I also avoid the deli meat that comes in the little plastic containers, but I LOVE the 'Never-Any brand pre-sliced quarter honey hams. They're shrink-wrapped, a bit bigger than your fist and my kids love it,"' another commented.

Bananas

Several shoppers have complained about the quality of the bananas in Aldi. "Bananas go from green to brown … and unfortunately I can't bring myself to eat a brown banana, so this is an issue for me," one said. "YES!! I'm in PA and try to avoid buying bananas from there because of it… so bizarre. I try to carry them home so gently but they're always brown by the time they're not green?.. never seen anything like it," another confirmed.

Aldi Chicken

Customers warn against buying Aldi chicken. "Definitely the chicken breasts. After getting woody ones on multiple occasions I just don't bother anymore," one said. "Their chicken breast, thighs, or drumsticks tend to have a really chewy unappetizing texture," another commented. "Yup this is why we stopped buying the chicken breasts. Even the slightly more expensive 'never any' chicken can have weird texture," another said.

Avocados

The Aldi avocados are not a hit with shoppers. "Avocados, though I keep thinking my luck will change. They go from hand grenade to mush if you as much glance in their direction," one disappointed shopper said. "I have had some bad experiences with avocados from Aldi, and I think it's because sometimes they get frozen in transport," another said. "If an avocado gets frozen before it ripens it will never ripen. I've had avocados that were still hard and ALSO rotten at the same time. This never happens when I buy them in the summer."

Crispy Rice Treats

Shoppers do not like Aldi's Millville Crispy Rice Treats, saying they taste like chemicals. "I bought the Rice Krispie treats once and they're so bad!" one Redditor said. "The trick is to leave them on a radiator for 15 minutes (in the wrapper) before consumption. They get wonderfully chewy and you get used to the mild chemical taste, and they're only 90 calories. I find the name brand version to be much more chemically, actually!" another suggested.

Instant Mashed Potatoes

Customers are not impressed with the Instant Mashed Potatoes, saying the texture is not the best. "Their brand instant mash potatoes taste like cardboard," one shopper said. "Yes they're horrible," another agreed. Other shoppers defended the product, saying all instant mashed potatoes tend to be unpleasant.

Cucumbers

Aldi cucumbers leave much to be desired, customers say, complaining about how quickly they go bad. "The mini cucumbers. I don't think they've ever lasted more than a day before turning to moldy mush," one shopper said. "The cucumbers at my store always goes bad in like 2 days," another agreed.

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The international trade wars provoked by President Donald Trump's tariffs are becoming very real. Experts expect the increase in importation and exportation taxes to have a profound impact not only on prices, but on the inventory of everyday goods sooner rather than later. U.S. importers are already canceling and delaying orders from China, subject to tariffs as high as 145%. Other companies are front-loading imports from countries with lower import taxes before the 90-day pause ends July 9. Overall, imports are slowing down, "because importers are not sure what the ultimate demand for products will be. They know they have to raise prices because they are paying the tariffs," Jason Miller, a professor who studies supply chains at Michigan State University, told the Christian Science Monitor this week. According to experts, these 15 products will likely vanish or become significantly more expensive by summer.

Toys

Toys, which are regularly made in China, could be few and far between by the holiday season. When asked about a potential toy shortage leading up to the holiday season, Trump didn't deny it was a possibility. "A young lady, a 10-year-old girl, 9-year-old girl, 15-year-old girl, doesn't need 37 dolls. She can be very happy with two or three or four or five," Trump told reporters. "Well, maybe the children will have two dolls instead of 30 dolls, you know? And maybe the two dolls will cost a couple of bucks more."

Kitchen Appliances

Small kitchen appliances are also often made in China, subject to tariffs as high as 145%. As a result, some retailers are canceling or delaying orders. "For many of these goods there are no alternatives to those made in China," says Miller.

Home Goods

The same goes for home goods, including storage bins and home furnishings. Many of these items are made in China, and will become more expensive to import with limited alternatives. However, Miller maintains that the shock won't be immediate, as there are currently large quantities. However, the made-in-China products could become unavailable or sold at much higher prices by June or July.

Imported Wine and Spirits

Imported wine and spirits will also become harder to find – and more expensive. Chris Lianos, who runs a wine shop in Somerville, Massachusetts, told CSM that while he hasn't been impacted so far, as distributors stocked warehouses in anticipation of tariffs, customers purchasing habits have changed. "People are holding back. It's the uncertainty of what comes next," he says. As inventory dwindles, prices will likely rise on imported wine and spirits by summer, and stores will likely start substituting with domestic alternatives. "Maybe we'll get a better deal from the California wineries," he says.

Stationery and Planners

Small items like stationery and planners, imported from abroad, may disappear due to import costs. Simplified, a woman-owned stationery company in Florida, filed a lawsuit last month against the Trump administration's use of emergency powers to impose tariffs that it alleged had "inflicted economic and competitive harm."

Halloween Costumes

Many Halloween costumes are made in China, including those from Rasta Imposta. Robert Berman, the company's owner, designs the costumes sold in big box stores. His product usually ships from China around now to arrive in stores by fall. However, his goods "are sitting in containers, because 145% is just astronomical," he tells CSM. He is looking into manufacturing alternatives from other countries. "If we can't get our product in we'll have to close our doors and put everyone on furlough," he says.

Christmas Decorations

A lot of holiday decor is also from China, relying on a longer lead time, and may also not arrive in time. "If Donald Trump doesn't move quickly, it's going to come in too late," says Mr. Berman.

Fast Fashion

Inexpensive Direct-to-consumer brands like Shein and Temu, famous for fast fashion, relied upon a "de minimis" shipment exemption to sell cheap goods to U.S. consumers. However, now that Trump has done away with the exemption, shipments of under $800 will be taxed, resulting in fewer quantities and fewer options, Nathan Strang, director of ocean freight at Flexport, a company that brokers customs clearance and logistics for importers and exporters, told Huffington Post. "You're going to start to see less quantities," he said.

Fireworks

Fourth of July might look different his year. According to the Huffington Post, it could be the first holiday when you might notice a "major shortage" as fireworks are made predominantly in China. These types of products "have no alternative" supply maker, Chris Tang, a University of California, Los Angeles professor who studies global supply chain management, says.

Grills

Grills are another product regularly made in China, with most units selling in the spring or summer. There will likely be a shortage as people try to buy the remaining inventory as soon as possible.

Back-To-School Supplies

Summer is a popular time for back-to-school shopping, with many of these items produced in China. According to Strange, goods can take 30-plus days to get manufactured and shipped from China to the U.S. As production times vary, their disappearance won't be uniform. But he believes options will overall be limited. Typically, "they do one style, they retool, they reset, and they do the next style, and they continue to do that throughout the year," Strang said. For example, a child might want a blue backpack, "and there are no blue backpacks. Like, that's the kind of thing I think a lot of people will notice," he said.

Home Decor

You might notice stock dwindling at your local Home Goods, as many less expensive home decor items are made in China and shipped in bulk. These items are "pretty margin sensitive, and so I think that's going to be pretty impacted as well," Casey Armstrong, chief marketing officer of ShipBob, a global fulfillment and supply chain platform, told Huffington Post.

Cheap Household Essentials

Plastic cups or other disposable, cheap household essentials might also dwindle in stock. Retailers for "Dollar Store essentials" like soaps, batteries, toothpaste, and disposable plates "will be impacted first," as these types of goods have tight profit margins, says Armstrong.

Consumer Electronics

"Consumer electronics could probably see the biggest hit," Strang said. Even those made domestically often rely on made-in-China parts. High-end electronics, like Apple Phones on shelves, could also become "very expensive," Tang says.

Replacement Parts Of Appliances

If your dishwasher or refrigerator breaks, it could become more expensive (and more difficult) to fix. Many replacement parts like light bulbs, filters, cords, and grill parts are made in China, and production could be delayed as companies shift their focus to bigger ticket items. "Supply chains don't often prioritize reordering those until they're running low. And a lot of these are sourced from China," Armstrong said.

Here Is How Long It Will All Take

How long will it take to impact customers? According to Tang, price increases will likely happen "in three to four weeks," followed by emptier shelves in a "slow bleed" over time style. "If nothing changes, I think the summer months is when we'll really start to see it," Armstrong said. "First, things like toys will vanish. And then maybe, your favorite apparel items. And then, maybe some of the weird replacement parts that you didn't know came from China."

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There are many great things to buy at Costco, from freshly baked breads and desserts to rotisserie chicken. However, one of the most beloved departments is the meat section. You can find some of the best cuts of meat for a fraction of the price of other stores, and shoppers say that many are better in quality than your local butcher. Here are 7 Costco meats that shoppers say are better than the butcher's.

Kirkland Signature USDA Prime 85/15 Organic Ground Beef

One of the top and most truly versatile items in the Costco meat department that I always keep on hand is Kirkland Signature USDA Prime 85/15 Organic Ground Beef. "We always get it, it's really good," one Redditor agrees. "This is the best ground beef I've had," another adds. "It's great for burgers and chili," another says.

Ribeye With the Cap On

If you are going to buy Ribeye at Costco, make sure it has the cap on it. According to butchers, it is the best buy at the warehouse. "The cap is literally the best part of a ribeye," said u/ars2x. "You're paying more to have them remove the most tender and delicious piece of the entire steak. Hard pass." Another commenter, u/cropguru357, chimed in, "The cap is arguably the best part of the cow. There's no way I'm buying just the eye."

New York Strip Steak

Costco sells New York Strip for significantly less than other stores. Every time I go, I stock up on the steak, which is about half the price per pound as Whole Foods and even juicier and delicious. "I get all my beef from Costco exclusively. I love ribeyes but lately I have been eating NY strip and making tri-tip sandwiches," one Redditor notes.

RELATED: 20 Best Costco Products Under $5 Right Now

Beef Chuck Roast

Beef chuck is a bulk-friendly cut that gets high praise for flavor and value. "Chuck roast, hands down. Grab a bottle of Bachan's sauce while you're at Costco too. Put those two things + some onions in an instant pot or slow cooker & have delicious pulled beef for tacos, rice bowls, whatever your heart desires. I have even used it for stir fry the next day with frozen veggies and whatever carb you want," one writes.

Flank Steak

Lots of shoppers swear by the flank steak in the two pack. "Easy to marinade, grill for 8 minutes total, feeds a bunch," one writes. "This is my go-to. It's usually cheaper than my local groceries and I use it for a LOT of meals. Steak tacos? Yup. Beef stroganoff? Sho'nuf. Just by itself, seasoned and seared well? Sign me up!" says another.

Boneless Pork Loin Chops or Pork Tenderloin

Costco's thick-cut pork loin chops come in large packs and win points for being easy to portion and freeze.

"The thick cut pork chops are a steal," writes one shopper. Another maintains that the tenderloin cut is not to be skipped. "Pork tenderloin—delicious, versatile, and an incredible value," they say.

Shabu Shabu Sirloin

Shabu Shabu sirloin is another surprising crowd-pleaser. "They have these in the east coast. Perfect for shabu shabu or cheese steaks," one person writes. "I buy this every time I see it. Marinate it in a good marinade and it cooks up super quick," another says. "Perfect for bulgogi," another says.

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Costco's current instant savings sale is almost over, so if you want an incredible deal on say a fridge, or any other type of kitchen appliance, now would be the time to do it. Here's how the increased savings work: Buying two items saves you $150. Buying three items saves you $300. Buying four items saves you $450. And buying more than five items saves you $600! Not only does Costco deliver, but installation is all included in the price—no fuss, no nonsense. So which items are total bargains right now? Here are seven Costco items with increased savings that end this week, so get going!

Caine Kitchen Island

Caine Kitchen Island is $699.99, with delivery, setup and packaging removal included. Costco members find it perfect not only for the kitchen but other rooms as well. "This island is a wonderful addition to my sewing room. It makes a great cutting table, and the storage works perfectly for my tools when not in use," one shopper said.

LG Water Filter

The LG LT1000P3 Water Filter 3-pack is $114.99, and a fantastic deal even outside of the increased savings. "A classic Costco offering providing a quality name brand product at a better price," one shipper said. "If you use these filters, you should be buying them from here."

Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher

The Bosch 800 Series Top Control Towel Bar Handle Dishwasher ( $1,499.99) is a fan-favorite kitchen appliance with Costco shoppers. "We have only had this model installed for two days, but the early returns are extremely impressive and align with all the praise Bosch dishwashers receive," one shopper said in the reviews. "Very clean (and fully dried) dishes, super quiet, and lots of control offered via the app if you so choose. Compared to our outgoing Samsung unit, this is a massive upgrade."

Hamilton Beach Upright Freezer

Hamilton Beach 11 cu. ft. Upright Freezer with Drawer Organization ( $399.99) is another must-have kitchen appliance and eligible for increased savings. "We had an older upright freezer and a chest freezer. We were getting concerned with the age of the upright freezer and the energy use. We saw this Drawer Freezer at the store and bought one. Loved the organization. Soon we decided we needed a 2nd one. "

Cafe Over-the-Range Microwave

The Cafe 1.7 cu. ft. Convection Over-the-Range Microwave Oven ( $1,149.99) is part of the increased savings deal. "I replaced my old GE microwave with the Cafe 1.7 cu ft microwave. I did use the airfryer mode and it worked well so I am getting rid of my separate air fryer. I also have the Cafe Range and I like the feature that ties the two appliances together. So when I turn on the stove, the overhead light and fan turns on," one happy shopper said.

Whirlpool Single Smart Wall Oven

Costco shoppers love the Whirlpool 5.0 cu. ft. Built-In Single Smart Wall Oven with Air Fry ( $999.97). "Made cooking so much easier. The advanced features really makes the difference getting the job done!" one member said about the oven, which is eligible for increased savings.

Cafe Beverage Center

The Cafe 5.1 cu. ft. Beverage Center ( $2,499.99) is part of Costco's increased savings deal, and a big fan-favorite item. "We're very happy with this beverage refrigerator," one shopper said. "Though very pricey, its quality won us over. The glass shelves, articulating door and mood lighting are our favorite features."

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Americans are obsessed with peanut butter and when it comes to the delicious spread, only one question really matters: crunchy or creamy? According to Statista, nearly 300 million people ate peanut butter in 2020 and it makes sense why. The versatility of peanut butter is alluring. It can be eaten alone, as a sandwich, a dip for fruit or chocolate, the base for sauces or smoothies and even as an ingredient in desserts. Plus it's loaded with protein and healthy fats.

But that doesn't mean all peanut butters are good for you. Many are packed with too much salt, sugar, trans fats and worrisome ingredients like hydrogenated oils, and certain additives like mono- and diglycerides.

"When choosing a healthy peanut butter, the goal is to find one with minimal ingredients – ideally just peanuts and perhaps a pinch of salt," says Dr. Federica Amati, Head Nutritionist at ZOE says. "The fewer additives, like added sugars and emulsifiers, the better."

There's no shortage of options to choose from, but for health-conscious shoppers, here are the best ones to buy according to dietitians ranked from healthy to best.

Teddie All Natural Smooth Peanut Butter

Teddie All Natural Smooth Peanut Butter deserves space in your pantry because it just "Contains just peanuts and a pinch of salt," says Dr. Amati.

It's only at the bottom of the list because it has more sodium than the other brands, but it's a great option.

Sarah Alsing, MS, RD, sports dietitian and recipe creator for Delightfully Fueled is also on board with this brand and explains, "Teddie All-Natural Smooth Peanut butter is a healthy choice because there's no added oils or sugars. Consuming too many added sugars can lead to weight gain and health conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease."

Smucker's Natural Creamy Peanut Butter

Smucker's Natural Creamy Peanut Butter offers a healthy option that has "just peanuts and a pinch of salt," says Dr. Amati.

It lands at No. 6 because of the sodium and it's not organic, but it's a good quality.

Bess Berger, RDN, the founder of Nutrition by Bess located in NJ also recommends it and says, "Yes, Smucker's, the jelly company, makes a clean peanut butter! Their natural creamy version contains just peanuts and a pinch of salt. No sugar, no hydrogenated oils, and none of that weird waxy texture that some "natural" brands can't seem to shake."

She adds, "You'll still need to stir it, but once mixed, it spreads smoothly and tastes rich and nutty. It's proof that even a mainstream brand can behave itself when it tries."

Thrive Market Organic Peanut Butter

You don't have to feel guilty about adding Thrive Market Organic Peanut Butter to your basket. It's not only healthy, but it comes with a side of social consciousness, Berger notes.

"Thrive Market delivers," she says. "Their organic peanut butter is made with just one or two ingredients, organic peanuts, and salt if you want it. No sugar, no seed oils, and no extras trying to pass as natural."

She adds, "It's clean, creamy, or crunchy, and ships right to your door in recyclable packaging. And it tastes great and treats your body the same."

Santa Cruz Organic Creamy Dark Roasted Peanut Butter

Another dietitian approved peanut butter that makes our list is the Santa Cruz Organic Creamy Dark Roasted Peanut Butter. Dr. Amati says, "It's made from certified USDA Organic dark roasted peanuts and just a dash of salt."

Reading the label is the best way to understand exactly what you're eating and Alsing explains, "To check if a peanut butter is healthy, look at the ingredient list for ones that are made from just peanuts or peanuts and a little salt. Try to limit buying peanut butters with added oils and sugars."

Santa Cruz Organic Creamy Dark Roasted Peanut Butter has the least amount of sugar on our list, is high in protein and contains organic peanuts, but it's slightly docked for the sodium. While it's low in salt, it's higher than others on the list.

Trader Joe's Creamy Peanut Butter Unsalted

Another peanut butter Dr. Amati recommends is Trader Joe's Creamy Peanut Butter Unsalted because it's also made with just one ingredient.

Berger adds, "Trader Joe's knows how to keep it real. This jar has just one ingredient: dry-roasted peanuts. No salt, no sugar, no emulsifiers trying to glue your food together. You'll need to stir, obviously, but that's the price you pay for eating actual food instead of weirdly shelf-stable glop."

She says, "It's rich, roasty, and not trying to taste like dessert. This one's ideal if you like to season your own life and want full control of your salt intake. It's simple, affordable, and refreshingly nutritious."

Crazy Richard's All-Natural Creamy Peanut Butter

Dr. Amati loves Crazy Richard's All-Natural Creamy Peanut Butter because "it's just one ingredient: Peanuts! No added salt or sugar."

Sarah Alsing, MS, RD, sports dietitian and recipe creator for Delightfully Fueled adds, "Crazy Richard's All-Natural Creamy Peanut Butter is a great choice if you want pure peanut butter."

It makes No. 2 on the list only because it's not organic.

Whole Foods 365 Organic Creamy Peanut Butter

Whole Foods 365 Organic Creamy Peanut Butter is the top choice for healthiest peanut butter. It's creamy and unsalted and "only includes organic dry-roasted peanuts," says Dr. Amati.

Berger agrees that it's a clean eating go-to.

"There's no added sugar, no seed oils, and no questionable anything," she says. "You'll need to stir it. Yes, that oily layer on top is a sign you're eating the real stuff, not a fake food. It's USDA Organic, budget-friendly, and doesn't taste like cardboard."

She adds, "Want to have this as part of a snack without sabotaging your hormones or blood sugar? Slather this on a banana, dip some carrots, or just eat it off the spoon."

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Whether the impact of tariffs have or haven't made themselves felt yet is up for debate, but one thing is for certain—grocery prices have gone up for certain products nationwide. Shoppers are making notes and sharing information online about sudden hikes in cost for everyday, staple household items, including coffee, noodles, and eggs. Keep in mind that while some of these foods may go up for some people, prices vary depending on geographic location and could be different where you live. Here are 7 foods grocery shoppers noticed just got significantly more expensive over the past few weeks.

Ramen

One shopper noticed a price increase on one of their favorite Trader Joe's items—the Miso Instant Ramen Soup. "Trader Joe's ramen was .99 last week and yesterday was $1.69," the disappointed Redditor said.

Milk

The price of staples such as milk and eggs have gone up at Aldi, one shopper said. "The bread I buy is up $1. Organic milk half gallons are up $.60. Instant coffee jumped $.30 overnight and is up $1.30 for the year. Eggs are still $5/dz. This is all at Aldi which is the cheapest place to get groceries."

Coffee

Coffee prices have been going up for well into a year now, but it seems to be getting worse. One grocery shopper noticed coffee prices are suddenly even more expensive than usual. "Michigan here. I buy the same coffee every month. This month it was $16, a $5 increase from last month's $11," the Redditor said. "Coffee has been going up for a while now aside from the tariffs. Some drought and in another country a disease of some sort. The final insult is the tariffs. Someone please tell me why we are tariffing a crop we can't grow in America???? This is insane," another responded.

Cocoa Powder

Some shoppers have noticed their cocoa powder is suddenly significantly more pricey. "I have 90% of my groceries delivered, so I periodically go back and compare prices. One item that comes to mind is cocoa powder. "I bought an 8 oz container pre tariffs for $2.94. It's currently $4.56," one Redditor shared. Name brand cocoa powder has been sold out locally for weeks, and the Walmart brand has gone up by about 50%," another said.

Seafood

Seafood prices are becoming unaffordable, shoppers note. "Seafood is getting hit badly. The shrimp I buy regularly went from $8.99 a bag it's now $11.99 a bag. So long shrimp cocktails," one Redditor complained.

Sparkling Water

Not even Costco is immune to the impact of inflation and economic uncertainty, as shoppers are discovering. "The 35 pack of Costco Kirkland sparkling waters are now $11.99 instead of $8.99 last time I went in Jan. 35 cans is a lot of aluminum, so I'm sure this is why," one Redditor said.

Meat

One Redditor who works in a restaurant confirmed people's worries about price hikes. "I work in a restaurant and we are feeling it bad. A case of chicken thighs went from $70 to $150 in the past 2 weeks. Avocados went from 40 a case to 90. Bananas went up a lot as well. We really aren't trying to raise prices but it's going to be tough if something doesn't let up soon," they said.

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While many assume that Chapter 11 signifies the end of a company, many use it as a tool for rebuilding. It's often called the "rebuilding chapter," as it offers the opportunity to reorganize debts and potentially avoid liquidation. In October 2023, Rite Aid, a Philadelphia-based pharmacy chain, filed for Chapter 11, emerging from it a little over a year later in September 2024 as a private company. However, just seven months later, the drug store is filing for bankruptcy again.

On Monday, Rite Aid announced that it is re-filing for Chapter 11. After closing roughly half of its stores over the past two years, it has 1,250 stores remaining.

"While we have continued to face financial challenges, intensified by the rapidly evolving retail and healthcare landscapes in which we operate, we are encouraged by meaningful interest from a number of potential national and regional strategic acquirors," said Matt Schroeder, Rite Aid's CEO, in a statement. "As we move forward, our key priorities are ensuring uninterrupted pharmacy services for our customers and preserving jobs for as many associates as possible."

Rite Aid revealed that it has secured nearly $2 billion in financing to maintain operations during the bankruptcy process. The chain, the third-largest pharmacy chain in the country, was primarily impacted by the opioid crisis and the legal battles it faced as a result, pushing debt to almost $4 billion.

"The first bankruptcy did little to resolve the chain's issues, and it has been teetering on the edge of survival for quite some time," Neil Saunders, the managing director of GlobalData, a data analytics company, told CNN. He added that the store couldn't afford the inventory to stock shelves.

On Monday, it was announced that over 175 stores in New York would be closing. In a letter from Rite Aid CEO Matt Schroeder, citing intensifying financial challenges due to "the rapidly evolving healthcare and retail landscapes," he revealed that lenders recently notified the company that funding to cover payroll and employment-related expenses for all of its workforce had been cut.

"The dramatic downturn in the economy, potential litigation, and increased costs (including tariffs) from our suppliers and landlords have necessitated employee separations that were unforeseen, as we were actively seeking funding and pursuing several alternative strategic transactions with the hope that this action could be avoided or postponed," it said.

Walgreens and CVS are also struggling. Over the last few months, CVS has closed over 1,000 stores and undergone layoffs, while Walgreens is currently closing 1,200 locations.

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