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You know what inflation is, but what about "shrink-flation?" Do your favorite products from Costco seem to be a bit slimmer than you're used to and you're not alone. According to some shoppers, a few popular items seem to have downsized in quantity recently.....called shrink-flation, which is when companies decrease the size of a product without reducing the price, effectively leading consumers to pay more for less.

Here are a few examples of shrinkflation that Costco shoppers have recently noticed:

It's important to note that just because a product is smaller doesn't necessarily mean it's a case of shrinkflation, as prices can vary by location. But keeping an eye on these changes can help us cost-conscious customers to make sure we’re all getting the best deals. What product have you noticed that seems to be shrinking??