Grocery Chain Drops Prices On 400 Items — With Discounts Up To 33%

Discount grocer Aldi announced this week that it's cutting prices on 25% of the items it carries in its stores, ranging from pantry staples to produce.

The chain, which has over 100 locations in California, plans to or already has cut prices on more than 400 products. Prices will be reduced as much as 33%, USA Today reported.

“Our customers count on ALDI for the lowest prices of any national grocer, every day, and we never take that trust for granted,” said Jason Hart, CEO, ALDI. “While customers may see higher prices at other retailers, we’re working hard to unlock even more value for our shoppers, just in time for summer’s lineup of holidays and gatherings where food takes center stage. It’s another way we’re doubling down on our commitment to help shoppers fill their carts with great products for less.”

Here's a look at some of the price cuts, according to KTLA and USA Today:

• Red Grapes — $1.29/pound (down from $1.99)
• Blueberries — $1.89/pint (down from $2.99)
• Friendly Farms 2% Ultra-Filtered Milk – $3.89 (down from $4.39)
• Cantaloupe — $1.99 (down from $2.19)
• Clancy’s Chili Lime Potato Chips - $1.79 (down from $1.89)

The announcement comes as the cost of food is up 2.8% compared to last year, according to the latest Consumer Price Index numbers.

Two-thirds of Americans said they remained very concerned about food and consumer prices, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey.

Aldi, whose discounts on staples and unique items have made it a favorite among shoppers, plans to open 225 more stores in the U.S. this year.