A new survey by Lending Tree reveals that 30% of Americans have shoplifted at least once during the past year due to inflation and the poor economy. That's from 23% in 2004.
-12% of people say they shoplift on a regular basis
-62% of shoplifters justify their theft by saying retailers can absorb the financial loss.
most stolen items
food and non-alcoholic beverages .. 30%
clothing, accessories and jewelry .. 25%
personal hygiene products ..20%