Why spike in budget-friendly meal sales signals possible economic slowdown

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Grocery analysts say sales of Hamburger Helper and other budget-stretching boxed meals are surging. NewsNation’s Alicia Nieves reports the spike is an indicator that consumers are cutting back and often signals an economic slowdown.

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