Dollar Tree: The 'Dollar' is Disappearing - What's Next?

So, this whole shift to $1.25 items across the board is... a lot. Not only is it a branding nightmare, but I'm seeing a definite impact on customer behavior. People are more hesitant, prices are being questioned constantly. Management is pushing us to upsell, which is hilarious when you're selling trinkets. Beyond that, the underlying operational changes feel like they're setting us up for something. Less staff on the floor, more reliance on self-checkout (which is a disaster half the time), and the general vibe is just... tense. Anyone have any insider info or even just theories on what this strategic shift *really* means long-term? Feels like more than just a price change.