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Early American BBQ Season Driving Prices Upward

According to Bloomberg LP, U.S. wholesale beef prices are on a roll.

Last week the USDA reported beef cutout average prices reached their the highest point since last June.

Bloomberg says American consumers are feeling optimistic about the economy and the record warm temperatures have people buying burgers like its the middle of summer.

The financial company feels that's surprising, as barbecue season doesn't typically pick up until the middle of May.

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