33 Things That Have Gotten So Expensive, People Now Avoid Buying Them

The economy is in a truly bizarre place right now. Some countries are on the verge of a recession. Others may or may not have already gone through one and have rebounded, depending on what expert you ask. Inequality is deepening while shrinkflation is rearing its ugly head. And despite people grumbling about their expenses, not everyone is changing their spending habits. It’s a confusing time for many of us.

But something that many people have noticed is just how gosh-darn expensive things have gotten compared to years past, from second-hand clothing to even regular fast food meals or just a cup of coffee in town. The r/AskReddit community shared what has completely shocked them in terms of prices, and we’ve collected their most relatable insights. Scroll down to read them.

Bored Panda reached out to personal finance expert Sam Dogen for some insights on living with a tighter budget and how breadwinners can treat their loved ones even when times are tough. You'll find our interview with the author of ‘How To Engineer Your Layoff’ and the host of the ‘Financial Samurai’ blog below.