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4 ways to avoid getting ripped off, according to a pricing expert

Owens says shoppers can compare prices, hide location data and use small businesses to avoid algorithm-driven overcharges.

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Companies have changed the way they price their products — and shoppers are getting deliberately overcharged. Here are steps you can take to ensure you are getting the best deal.

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4 ways to avoid getting ripped off, according to a pricing expert

Companies have changed the way they price their products — and shoppers are getting deliberately overcharged. Here are steps you can take to ensure you are getting the best deal.

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npr broke the news in Washington, United States on Tuesday, September 29, 2026.
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