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US companies eye more consumer pushback as inflation toll mounts
By John BIERS, Juliette MICHEL
New York, May 15, 2022 (AFP) - Prices on household goods have been rising for months in the United States, souring the national mood but not significantly affecting sales -- yet.
Producers of everything from paper towels to soda to mattresses have described consumer behavior as relatively resilient despite broad-based price increases.
But just how much further companies can hike prices wit ...