At a time when many Americans are feeling pessimistic about the economy, President Donald Trump is pointing to Walmart’s cheaper Thanksgiving meal basket as a sign of progress.

“They’ve got everything included — the trimmings, the turkey, everything. A lot of different items,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office on Thursday. “It’s 25% less this year than it was last year.”

Walmart says this year’s basket feeds 10 people for less than $4 per person. Last year’s version served eight people for less than $7 per person.

But there are notable differences between the two offerings. This year’s basket includes six fewer items and relies more heavily on Walmart’s store-brand products.

What's in the 2025 Thanksgiving basket?

Butterball Turkey, 13.5 lb. ($0.97/lb. — lowest price since 2019)

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