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More Americans are relying on credit cards to buy groceries, new study finds

Rising food costs are driving millions of Americans to use credit cards and drain savings to afford groceries.

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A new study indicates that an increasing number of Americans are relying on credit cards and other loans to purchase food. Coverage from CBS News and streamlinefeed.co.ke reports that millions of people are also draining their savings to finance grocery shopping.

Reports from The New Republic and marketplace.org emphasize that rising food prices are contributing to a cycle of household debt. Fox Business notes the trend is supported by new study data.

Future attention remains on the impact of higher grocery costs and the resulting increase in consumer debt.

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How are consumers paying for groceries as prices rise?

Consumers are turning to credit cards, other loans, and draining their savings accounts.

What is the result of these higher grocery costs according to coverage?

The New Republic reports that higher costs are creating a vicious cycle of household debt.

Who is affected by this trend?

According to CBS News and other reports, millions of Americans are taking on debt or using savings to afford food.

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