Back-to-school season is here — and it's going to cost families more than ever

The current back-to-school season is becoming more expensive for families than in previous years. According to a new analysis, the soaring costs associated with school supplies and lunches are directly linked to tariffs imposed on imported goods. Additionally, rising energy prices are contributing to the overall increase in expenses. These combined economic factors are forcing households to spend significantly more to prepare students for the upcoming academic term across the country.