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French fries — once the cheapest, most reliable side dish in fast food history — are suddenly burning holes in American wallets. A simple order of fries now costs up to 40% more than it did just a few years ago.
What’s driving the price spike?
Potato Shortages: Poor harvests and rising global demand have reduced supply.
Cooking Oil Costs: Frying oil prices have doubled, making each batch more expensive.
Labor & Logistics: Higher wages and fuel prices have pushed restaurant costs up.
Fast Food Chains: Upsizing and premium versions of fries add to the trend.
The result: fries, the symbol of cheap American fast food, are now a shocking example of everyday inflation.

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