More Retailers Accept Food Stamps During Recession

More Retailers Accepting Food Stamps

More retailers are accepting food stamps, as a record number of consumers are turning to government aid to pay for groceries.

Nearly 39 million people received food stamps -- now known as Electronic Benefit Transfers -- in April 2009, up about 20% over April 2008. Retailers ranging from some Costco (COST) stores -- yes, quarts of capers do qualify -- to 7-Eleven to Target (TGT) are moving quickly to cater to cash-strapped customers.

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