Here comes another “Mother Hubbard” column.That’s how preachers sometimes describe their sermons-comparable to “Mother Hubbard” dresses.They cover everything but touch nothing.Why are we not surprised? Researchers claim that many companies are taking advantage of the inflationary climate.Their deception is called “shrinkflation.” Some devious practices are “double-whammies,” with prices going up and product size going down.An egregious example is found on candy aisles, where Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup miniatures tempt many.They’re even “more miniature” now and cost more; prices have skyrocketed 68% in five years.Admittedly, higher prices abound on the other aisles, too.Manufacturers of paper products have tricked us, too. Most ...