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Costco, Aldi among grocers who received letters from DOJ as beef price investigation expands
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Kaitlyn Shemenski, Tiffany Salameh , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· September 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The DOJ is seeking information about beef pricing, costs, and purchasing practices. Department of Justice is expanding its investigation into beef affordability.
The U.S. Department of Justice is expanding its investigation into beef affordability. Eight large grocery retailers are being targeted, including Costco, Aldi, and Walmart. These companies have been sent letters regarding recent increases in retail beef prices.
The DOJ is seeking information about beef pricing, costs, and purchasing practices. Beef prices have been rising, causing frustration among shoppers.
Further details about the investigation are available from the source, including statements from the DOJ and information about the companies involved.
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Category: News Published: September 4, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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