In early 2026, remain the most affordable meat options, as beef prices have surged to record highs. Experts from CBS News note that beef costs are expected to rise by up to 18% this year due to tight supplies. 2026 Price Snapshot (Estimated Per Pound)
Based on recent market data from Bureau of Labor Statistics and USDA forecasts : : ~$1.79/lb Whole Chicken : ~$2.05/lb Pork Shoulder (Bone-in) : ~$1.99/lb Pork Loin : ~$3.59/lb Ground Turkey : ~$5.20/lb Ground Beef (Lean) : ~$6.70 – $8.34/lb Top Value Cuts by Meat Type 1. Poultry (The Lowest Entry Price)
Colin Firth
as Max Perkins
cheapest meat to buy
Jude Law
as Thomas Wolfe
Nicole Kidman
as Aline Bernstein
In early 2026, remain the most affordable meat
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as Louise Perkins
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as F. Scott Fitgerald
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Director
Michael Grandage
Writer/Producer
John Logan
Based on the Novel by
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