France vs. ‘Shrinkflation’: Starting July 1, All ‘Shrinked’ Products Must Be Labelled For Consumers
France vs. ‘Shrinkflation’: Starting July 1, All ‘Shrinked’ Products Must Be Labelled For Consumers
The issue of ‘shrinkflation,’ a sneaky tactic used by companies to reduce the size or quantity of a product while keeping the price the same, has been a hot topic of discussion, especially for consumers who feel cheated by these underhanded practices. Personally, I have experienced the frustration of realizing that a product I’ve been buying has quietly shrunk over time, without a corresponding reduction in cost. It feels like a betrayal of consumer trust, as if we are being duped into paying the same amount for less.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker