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Economics2h 57m ago

Summer barbecue costs have risen 2.4% year-over-year and hamburger beef prices are up 14%, with a cookout for 10 now averaging $161, according to a new Wells Fargo report.

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Who
Wells Fargo, Robin Wenzel, Fox News Digital, Hard-working Americans
What
Summer barbecue costs have risen 2.4% year-over-year and hamburger beef prices are up 14%, with a cookout for 10 now averaging $161, according to a new Wells Fargo report.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:00:04 GMT · 2h 57m ago
Where
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Why
Inflation continues to squeeze household budgets, leading to increased costs for labor, packaging, and energy, which are passed on to consumers.
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Americans planning summer barbecues are facing higher costs, particularly for hamburger beef, which has seen a 14% increase. Other grill favorites and prepared foods are also more expensive, reflecting broader inflationary pressures on consumers.

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