Rising oil prices can increase food costs – but hoarding groceries “makes it worse,” an economist says.

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Rising oil prices tend to drive up grocery costs, but that doesn’t mean consumers should rush out and save money, economists say. Brent crude has soared above $100 a barrel in recent weeks – after trading near $60 in January – as Iran’s war worsens the Strait of Hormuz, which transports a fifth of the … Read more