The numbers paint a stark picture. According to CNBC’s analysis of producer price data, virtually every school supply category has seen double-digit increases since before the pandemic. Backpacks and travel bags lead the pack with a 29.2% jump, while marking devices like pens and highlighters aren’t far behind at 27.4%. Art supplies and paper products have climbed more than 20% each. Deloitte’…

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