Why Are Eggs So Expensive and When Will Prices Come Down?
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) predicts egg prices will rise another 20.3 percent in 2025, further straining household budgets. While price hikes are common ahead of Easter due to increased demand, this year's surge is being driven primarily by supply disruptions.
Why are egg prices soaring in the USA? Will it happen everywhere else soon too?
For several months now, the United States has been facing a historic rise in egg prices. This daily staple in the kitchen has become a rare and expensive commodity, forcing some retailers to ration sales.
See how egg prices in the US have changed from 1980 to now
Egg prices have remained steady over the past 45 years, until now. Their relationship is still going strong. The Trump administration evicted former Coast Guard Commandant Linda Fagan from her home with three hours of notice on Tuesday. The Trump White House press secretary's gaffe prompted two words to trend online.
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Why Are Egg Prices So High?
You've probably noticed egg prices are up around the US. Now they're over $7 a dozen. Restaurants are now feeling the pinch. Waffle House is now charging customers an extra 50 cents per egg. Other restaurants are leveling similar charges.
The Logic of Egg Prices Is Getting Scrambled
One sign that the egg-cost crisis has gotten dire came in the form of a bright-yellow sticker on a laminated breakfast menu: On Monday, Waffle House announced that it would be adding a temporary 50-cent surcharge to each egg ordered.
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"It just wasn't sustainable anymore," said a co-owner of The Better Bagel in Amityville, which added a temporary surcharge.
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Here's how egg prices have increased over the decades
According to the Department of Agriculture's price outlook, egg prices are predicted to increase about 20% in 2025.
High cost of eggs: Why prices are rising, when they may drop
Egg prices rise due to bird flu and holiday demand, but experts say supply will rebound as conditions improve.
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