As someone who frequents Walmart for my shopping needs, I can’t stress enough how important it is to understand how to read a Walmart price tag the right way.

These insider tips have made my shopping trips a breeze, and I’m excited to share them with you.

First and foremost, let’s talk about the mysterious numbers and symbols you’ll find at the end of price tags. Have you ever seen a price ending in “.1” and wondered what it means?

Rumor has it that it’s the absolute lowest price an item will go for, but that’s not entirely true. While it may seem like a steal, it’s not necessarily the rock-bottom price you can get. So, keep an eye out, but don’t assume it’s the best deal.

Now, what about those price tags ending in “.97”? Contrary to popular belief, not all items that end in “.97” are Everyday Low Prices. These can be clearance items, and their prices will keep dropping until they find a new home.

That brings us to another crucial point: the date on a Walmart price tag. This date tells you when the item was last marked down. Typically, items stay at a marked down price for about a month before they’re marked down further. It’s a cycle that continues until the item either sells or reaches its markdown limit.