Wholesale turkeys are 23% more expensive than a year ago — potatoes and cranberries cost more too. Many Americans are bracing for a post-holiday debt hangover as stubborn inflation lingers.
The Broughton family prepares for their dinner prayers during a gathering on November 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. Prices for Thanksgiving staples like turkey are on the rise this year, thanks to inflation.The Broughton family prepares for their dinner prayers during a gathering on November 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. Prices for Thanksgiving staples like turkey are on the rise this year, thanks to inflation.
Likewise, millions of people are paying a premium to see distant family members this year. Airfares declined slightly in October from the previous month, but are still nearly 43% higher than they were a year ago. Nevertheless, planes are still packed.."Thanksgiving and Christmas travel to see family is considered essential by many, and something they won't compromise on, even when there are higher prices.
Travelers who need to rent a car may find some savings. Rental prices are 3.5% lower than they were a year ago, when rental car companies were still struggling to rebuild their fleets. "It's really all about the Fed," says Ted Rossman, senior industry analyst at Bankrate. He notes that borrowing costs on credit cards have risen steadily as theSince March, the central bank has raised its benchmark rate by 3.75 percentage points. Rates are likely to go even higher, as the Fed tries to tamp down demand and bring inflation under control.
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