Consumers are already seeing price hikes from the last round of Trump’s tariffs
5 years, 7 months ago

Consumers are already seeing price hikes from the last round of Trump’s tariffs

LA Times  

Consumer prices on luggage and major appliances have already increased as a result of previous tariffs. And trade groups and economic studies show that U.S. consumers already are seeing higher prices on a range of items — luggage and major appliances such as washing machines, for instance — that were subject to previous tit-for-tat tariffs in the U.S.’ escalating trade battle with China or retaliatory tariffs from other foreign countries. When the additional tariff costs consumers paid in the latter part of last year are annualized, the cost per household is about $419, said David Weinstein, a professor of economics at Columbia University who coauthored a working paper released by London’s Centre for Economic Policy Research on the effect of the Trump administration’s 2018 trade policy on U.S. prices. Other industries The Trump administration’s move to increase tariffs from 10% to 25% on some $200 billion in Chinese goods could raise consumer prices in other sectors, including toys, computers, electronics and furniture, analysts and industry trade groups said. trade group said it was “very concerned” about discussion Friday that the U.S. could levy tariffs on the remainder of the Chinese goods that enter the U.S. market, about $300 billion worth.

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How China, India will navigate Trump’s bid for ‘tariffs, and tariffs alone’
2 days, 1 hour ago

How China, India will navigate Trump’s bid for ‘tariffs, and tariffs alone’

Live Mint  

As Donald Trump returns as the US President on 20 January, the world will closely watch his trade policies. During his first term, Trump initiated a trade war with China in 2018, imposing tariffs on $250 billion worth of Chinese goods, including steel, aluminium, solar panels and washing machines. China's trade surplus stood at $785 billion for the first 10 …

Toy stores could go bust under Trump’s proposed international tariffs
1 week, 6 days ago

Toy stores could go bust under Trump’s proposed international tariffs

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The price of toys may soar if Donald Trump carries …

'Would be heartbreaking': Retailers warn Trump could wreck next Christmas with toy tariffs
2 weeks ago

'Would be heartbreaking': Retailers warn Trump could wreck next Christmas with toy tariffs

Raw Story  

President-elect Donald Trump is vowing to slap heavy tariffs on all foreign-made goods once he reassumes the presidency next year, and some retailers are warning that could be bad news for children who are expecting their favorite toys next Christmas. CBS News reports that The Toy Association, an industry organization, has found that nearly 80 percent of American toys are …

Americans rush to buy cars, appliances before Trump's new tariffs
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Americans rush to buy cars, appliances before Trump's new tariffs

China Daily  

NEW YORK -- Americans are scrambling to stock up on cars, appliances and other big-ticket imports in anticipation of new tariffs from the Donald Trump administration, a spending spree that could reignite the very inflation buyers are hoping to avoid, reported The Washington Post on Thursday. "President-elect Trump has vowed to enact widespread tariffs as soon as he takes office …

Americans rush to buy cars, appliances before Trump's new tariffs
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Americans rush to buy cars, appliances before Trump's new tariffs

China Daily  

Americans are scrambling to stock up on cars, appliances and other big-ticket imports in anticipation of new tariffs from the Donald Trump administration, a spending spree that could reignite the very inflation buyers are hoping to avoid, reported The Washington Post on Thursday. "President-elect Trump has vowed to enact widespread tariffs as soon as he takes office in January, a …

US families to bear brunt of new tariffs
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

US families to bear brunt of new tariffs

China Daily  

Families in the United States could soon have to pay thousands of dollars more for furniture, clothes, cars, electronics and household items imported from China and other key trading partners if US President-elect Donald Trump follows through with a new round of tariffs, according to economists and trade organizations. Mary Lovely, professor emeritus of economics at the Maxwell School of …

Why some concerned shoppers are stockpiling goods
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Why some concerned shoppers are stockpiling goods

CNN  

New York CNN — It’s not March 2020, but it sure feels a lot like it for Herschel Wilson. “We certainly don’t know if we’re really getting this global tariff thing, and certainly not on day one,” he said, referring to Trump imposing tariffs on all imported goods when he takes office on January 20. For instance, Stanley Black & …

Why some concerned shoppers are stockpiling goods
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Why some concerned shoppers are stockpiling goods

CNN  

New York CNN — It’s not March 2020, but it sure feels a lot like it for Herschel Wilson. “We certainly don’t know if we’re really getting this global tariff thing, and certainly not on day one,” he said, referring to Trump imposing tariffs on all imported goods when he takes office on January 20. For instance, Stanley Black & …

China’s weak consumption drags on economy as Trump tariff threat looms
3 weeks, 3 days ago

China’s weak consumption drags on economy as Trump tariff threat looms

CNN  

Beijing Reuters — China’s industrial output growth quickened slightly in November, while retail sales disappointed, keeping alive calls for Beijing to ramp up consumer-focused stimulus as policymakers brace for more US trade tariffs under a second Trump administration. “China’s economic policies have been amazingly consistent in promoting manufacturers over consumers despite clear signs of lasting weakness,” said Dan Wang, a …

US manufacturers are stocking up on imports ahead of tariffs
3 weeks, 5 days ago

US manufacturers are stocking up on imports ahead of tariffs

Live Mint  

U.S. manufacturers are stockpiling imported parts and raw materials in anticipation of President-elect Donald Trump imposing new tariffs next year. U.S. industrial manufacturers and consumer-packaged-goods companies are buying up critical parts and raw materials, such as emulsifiers and flavor enhancers, driving up demand, according to GEP, a supply-chain software company that gathers the data. U.S. businesses are giving priority to …

Here’s what could get significantly more expensive under Trump’s tariff plan
4 weeks ago

Here’s what could get significantly more expensive under Trump’s tariff plan

CNN  

New York CNN — Import taxes are set to spike under the incoming Trump administration, forcing Americans to pay more for everything from foreign-made sneakers and toys to food, according to new research. “President Trump will work quickly to fix and restore an economy that puts American workers first by re-shoring American jobs, lowering inflation, raising real wages, lowering taxes, …

Here’s what could get significantly more expensive under Trump’s tariff plan
4 weeks ago

Here’s what could get significantly more expensive under Trump’s tariff plan

CNN  

New York CNN — Import taxes are set to spike under the incoming Trump administration, forcing Americans to pay more for everything from foreign-made sneakers and toys to food, according to new research. “President Trump will work quickly to fix and restore an economy that puts American workers first by re-shoring American jobs, lowering inflation, raising real wages, lowering taxes, …

Are fears of higher tariffs leading you to stockpile goods?
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Are fears of higher tariffs leading you to stockpile goods?

CNN  

New York CNN — From the very moment President-elect Donald Trump takes the oath of office on January 20, he’ll be able to levy tariffs on imports from other nations. On that day, he has already vowed to impose a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian imports as well as an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods. These tariffs have …

Toymakers' tariff warning: Prepare to pay more
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Toymakers' tariff warning: Prepare to pay more

Salon  

From the newest Marvel movie figurines to plastic bulldozers with a smiley face, most toys sold in the U.S. come with two things: a sense of whimsy and a "Made in China" tag. "All anybody was talking about was tariffs," Jay Foreman, CEO of the Florida-based toy company Basic Fun!, told NPR. "You're going to see a $30 Tonka Mighty …

Trump is threatening to raise tariffs again. Here’s how China plans to fight back
4 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump is threatening to raise tariffs again. Here’s how China plans to fight back

LA Times  

President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose new tariffs on Chinese imports when he takes office, a move that would deepen a trade war he started six years ago. Trump kicked off a trade war in 2018 by imposing 25% tariffs on imports from China — including industrial machinery, cars, auto parts and television cameras. Last week, the U.S. expanded …

Tariffs bad for business, bad for US firms and consumers, and bad for all trading partners: China Daily editorial
1 month ago

Tariffs bad for business, bad for US firms and consumers, and bad for all trading partners: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

This photo taken on Jan 19, 2023 shows the US Capitol building in Washington, DC, the United States. To those worrying about the uncertainties heralded by a new incoming United States administration and the president-elect's unpredictability, there is one thing at least that is predictable: He will continue wielding the baton of tariffs. On the campaign trail, he told US …

What Items Should You Buy Before Trump's Tariffs Kick In?
1 month ago

What Items Should You Buy Before Trump's Tariffs Kick In?

Huff Post  

Illustration: Damon Dahlen/HuffPost; Photos: Getty Sharp tariff proposals could cause prices of apparel, toys, furniture, household appliances, footwear and travel goods to spike “significantly” next year, according to the National Retail Federation. Bloomberg via Getty Images “There’s still a lot of uncertainty about what goods might face new tariffs, and even when tariffs are implemented, their impact on consumer prices …

Small business owners brace for Trump’s proposed tariffs
1 month ago

Small business owners brace for Trump’s proposed tariffs

Associated Press  

Small businesses are bracing for stiff tariffs that President-elect Donald Trump has proposed as one of his first actions when he takes office. Small business owners say they’re waiting to see what final form the tariffs take, but are bracing for higher costs that they may in turn need to pass on to consumers. Laurel Orley, cofounder and CEO of …

What to buy now before Trump’s tariffs kick in
1 month, 1 week ago

What to buy now before Trump’s tariffs kick in

CNN  

New York CNN — During this busy holiday shopping season, some bargain hunters may be wondering if this is the ideal time to stock up on items before they could cost a lot more. But a 10% across-the-board import tariff, plus the additional 60% on Chinese goods, could cause the price of a new smartphone to rise by 26% to …

What to buy now before Trump’s tariffs kick in
1 month, 1 week ago

What to buy now before Trump’s tariffs kick in

CNN  

New York CNN — During this busy holiday shopping season, some bargain hunters may be wondering if this is the ideal time to stock up on items before they could cost a lot more. But a 10% across-the-board import tariff, plus the additional 60% on Chinese goods, could cause the price of a new smartphone to rise by 26% to …

Trump's tariffs could cost American families $2,600 more a year
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump's tariffs could cost American families $2,600 more a year

Firstpost  

Even as US President-elect Donald Trump has pitched tariffs as the solution to everything, tariffs are most likely going to raise the cost for average American families and reduce their after-tax incomes, according to economists Republican presidential nominee and former US President Donald Trump speaks at the Bitcoin 2024 event in Nashville, Tennessee, US, July 27, 2024. On the campaign …

Trump's Tariffs In His First Term Did Little To Alter Economy — But This Time May Be Different
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump's Tariffs In His First Term Did Little To Alter Economy — But This Time May Be Different

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Donald Trump loved to use tariffs on foreign goods during his first presidency. Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump listens during a campaign rally at Santander Arena, Monday, Nov. 4, 2024, in Reading, Pa. via Associated Press Trump also posted on Monday that Chinese imports would face additional tariffs of 10% until Beijing cracks …

Trump’s tariffs in his first term did little to alter the economy, but this time could be different
Trending News
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump’s tariffs in his first term did little to alter the economy, but this time could be different

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Donald Trump loved to use tariffs on foreign goods during his first presidency. House Democrats put together legislation to strip a president’s ability to unilaterally apply tariffs this drastic, warning that they would likely lead to higher prices for autos, shoes, housing and groceries. Trump’s first term tariffs had a modest impact on economy Trump imposed tariffs on …

Jimmy Kimmel details shocking flaw in Donald Trump's tariffs plan, will American wallets suffer?
1 month, 1 week ago

Jimmy Kimmel details shocking flaw in Donald Trump's tariffs plan, will American wallets suffer?

Hindustan Times  

Jimmy Kimmel has laid out a potential flaw in president-elect Donald Trump’s plan to impose a 25% tariff on all imports from Canada and Mexico on the day he takes office. Jimmy Kimmel details shocking flaw in Donald Trump's tariffs plan However, Kimmel has pointed out that some of Trump's own merchandise was made in these countries. “If you want …

How Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China could impact U.S. consumers
1 month, 1 week ago

How Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China could impact U.S. consumers

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Oil, toys, vegetables and electronics are just some of the …

Jimmy Kimmel reveals Trump’s ‘dumb’ tariffs plan could hit MAGA fans where it hurts
1 month, 1 week ago

Jimmy Kimmel reveals Trump’s ‘dumb’ tariffs plan could hit MAGA fans where it hurts

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jimmy Kimmel has detailed a potential flaw in Donald Trump’s …

Trump's tariff war could cost Americans more than $3,200 a year, experts claim
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump's tariff war could cost Americans more than $3,200 a year, experts claim

Daily Mail  

American consumers would bear the brunt of Donald Trump's proposed tariffs, new analysis showed on Tuesday night as the world braced for a new era of U.S. protectionist policies. Trump proposed tariffs including the threats made to China, Mexico and Canada on Monday could lead to an increase in costs for every consumer annually, analysis found But even before the …

Trump's threat to impose tariffs could raise prices for consumers, colliding with promise for relief
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump's threat to impose tariffs could raise prices for consumers, colliding with promise for relief

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. For instance, the Produce Distributors Association, a Washington trade …

Trump’s threat to impose tariffs could raise prices for consumers, colliding with promise for relief
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump’s threat to impose tariffs could raise prices for consumers, colliding with promise for relief

Associated Press  

DETROIT — If Donald Trump makes good on his threat to slap 25% tariffs on everything imported from Mexico and Canada, the price increases that could follow will collide with his campaign promise to give American families a break from inflation. For instance, the Produce Distributors Association, a Washington trade group, said Tuesday that tariffs will raise prices for fresh …

Trump's sharp tariff hikes could speed up China's shift to new markets and offshore factories
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump's sharp tariff hikes could speed up China's shift to new markets and offshore factories

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Chinese exporters are already looking at new markets …

'Shouldn't be a surprise': CNN hypes CEO warnings that Trump promise will see prices soar
Trending News
1 month, 1 week ago

'Shouldn't be a surprise': CNN hypes CEO warnings that Trump promise will see prices soar

Raw Story  

President-elect Donald Trump on Monday threatened to jack up tariffs on all goods coming in from Canada, Mexico and China immediately upon entering office — and CNN's Kasie Hunt on Tuesday reported that big-name retail chains are already warning of price hikes for customers. "Tariffs are effectively a tax on imported goods and experts warn that they result in higher …

Trump threatens China, Mexico and Canada with new tariffs. But what does this actually mean for American shoppers?
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump threatens China, Mexico and Canada with new tariffs. But what does this actually mean for American shoppers?

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Trump is a fan of tariffs, but economists say they …

China warns ‘no one will win’ if Donald Trump starts trade war
1 month, 2 weeks ago

China warns ‘no one will win’ if Donald Trump starts trade war

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy China shot back at Donald …

Trump To ‘Sharply Increase’ Tariffs On Goods Coming From China, Canada & Mexico
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump To ‘Sharply Increase’ Tariffs On Goods Coming From China, Canada & Mexico

ABP News  

Starting from his first day in office President-elect Donald Trump has promised to raise the tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada and China. “This Tariff will remain in effect until such time as Drugs, in particular Fentanyl, and all Illegal Aliens stop this Invasion of our Country!” The President-elect said that China is going to face higher tariffs on its …

Trump's Truth Social rant suggests he'll "intentionally raise prices for the American people"
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump's Truth Social rant suggests he'll "intentionally raise prices for the American people"

Salon  

Donald Trump, who won in part due to inflation that peaked two years ago, campaigned on a policy of making everything from vegetables to televisions more expensive, suggesting a plurality of voters either did not understand tariffs — and the rippling economic impact of raising taxes on imported goods — or simply did not believe the Republican candidate would follow …

Trump’s proposed tariffs could bring higher prices for groceries, cars and clothing
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s proposed tariffs could bring higher prices for groceries, cars and clothing

LA Times  

A customer shops for groceries in January in Wheeling, Ill. Prices for consumer goods could rise across the board if new tariffs are imposed once President-elect Donald Trump takes office next year. “If we get tariffs, we will pass those tariff costs back to the consumer,” Phil Daniele, chief executive of AutoZone, said in the company’s most recent earnings call. …

What could get more expensive if Trump launches a new trade war with Mexico and Canada
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What could get more expensive if Trump launches a new trade war with Mexico and Canada

CNN  

New York CNN — During President-elect Donald Trump’s first term, America launched an all-out trade war with China to boost US manufacturing, secure US national security interests and resolve what Trump believed was an extremely out-of-balance trade relationship. Last year, the US imported $4.6 billion worth of tequila and $108 million worth of mezcal from Mexico, according to data from …

What could get more expensive if Trump launches a new trade war with Mexico and Canada
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What could get more expensive if Trump launches a new trade war with Mexico and Canada

CNN  

New York CNN — During President-elect Donald Trump’s first term, America launched an all-out trade war with China to boost US manufacturing, secure US national security interests and resolve what Trump believed was an extremely out-of-balance trade relationship. Last year, the US imported $4.6 billion worth of tequila and $108 million worth of mezcal from Mexico, according to data from …

Donald Trump vows to slap 25 per cent tariffs on Mexico, Canada, China
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump vows to slap 25 per cent tariffs on Mexico, Canada, China

New Indian Express  

WASHINGTON: US President-elect Donald Trump said Monday he intends to impose a 25 percent tariff on goods from Mexico and Canada, along with a 10 percent tariff on imports from China in response to the illegal drug trade and immigration. In a series of posts to his Truth Social social media account, Trump vowed to hit some of the United …

Trump ups the ante on tariffs, vowing massive taxes on goods from Mexico, Canada and China on Day 1
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump ups the ante on tariffs, vowing massive taxes on goods from Mexico, Canada and China on Day 1

CNN  

CNN — President-elect Donald Trump on Monday promised massive hikes in tariffs on goods coming from Mexico, Canada and China starting on the first day of his administration, a policy that could sharply increase costs for American businesses and consumers. “This Tariff will remain in effect until such time as Drugs, in particular Fentanyl, and all Illegal Aliens stop this …

Trump ups the ante on tariffs, vowing massive taxes on goods from Mexico, Canada and China on Day 1
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump ups the ante on tariffs, vowing massive taxes on goods from Mexico, Canada and China on Day 1

CNN  

CNN — President-elect Donald Trump on Monday promised massive hikes in tariffs on goods coming from Mexico, Canada and China starting on the first day of his administration, a policy that could sharply increase costs for American businesses and consumers. “This Tariff will remain in effect until such time as Drugs, in particular Fentanyl, and all Illegal Aliens stop this …

'We’re not immune': Walmart warns price hikes ahead if Trump follows through with plan
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'We’re not immune': Walmart warns price hikes ahead if Trump follows through with plan

Raw Story  

Walmart — the world's largest retailer — issued a warning to customers that they may pay more for the same products if President-elect Donald Trump makes good on his promise to impose new tariffs on imports. Walmart's finance chief, John David Rainey, acknowledged that new tariffs would likely be passed on to the people buying goods imported from overseas, Fortune …

Tariff hikes will backfire, and China can manage such ‘external shocks,’ a senior official says
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tariff hikes will backfire, and China can manage such ‘external shocks,’ a senior official says

Associated Press  

HONG KONG — Higher tariffs on Chinese exports will backfire, just increasing prices paid by consumers, while China can manage to weather the impact of such “external shocks,” a senior Commerce Ministry official said Friday in Beijing. Responding to a reporter’s question about U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to impose 60% tariffs on imports from China, Vice Commerce Minister Wang …

Walmart And Lowe's Warn That Trump's Tariffs May Cause Price Hikes
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Walmart And Lowe's Warn That Trump's Tariffs May Cause Price Hikes

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The vast tariffs President-elect Donald Trump has promised to implement will likely lead to price increases at major American retailers like Walmart and Lowe’s, the companies’ chief financial officers said this week. But there probably will be cases where prices will go up for consumers.” The company confirmed Rainey’s take in a statement given to Reuters: “We’re …

Donald Trump likely to impose 40% tariff on China imports in 2025, risking growth by 0.5-1% point: Report
Trending News
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump likely to impose 40% tariff on China imports in 2025, risking growth by 0.5-1% point: Report

Live Mint  

The US could impose nearly 40 per cent tariffs on imports from China early next year, potentially slicing growth in the world's second-biggest economy by up to one percentage point. However, most economists also said they do not expect blanket 60 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods in early 2025 as this could accelerate inflation within the US. "We expect …

American companies are stocking up to get ahead of Trump’s China tariffs
1 month, 2 weeks ago

American companies are stocking up to get ahead of Trump’s China tariffs

Live Mint  

By 9 p.m. on election night, it had become clear to Jason Junod that Donald Trump was returning to the White House. When Trump began his trade war against China in 2018, U.S. businesses scrambled to front-load imports before tariffs were implemented, according to an International Monetary Fund analysis. Though China’s share of U.S. imports has declined to roughly 14% …

Should you make major purchases before Trump's tariffs?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Should you make major purchases before Trump's tariffs?

Salon  

Before Donald Trump became president, tariffs were a topic largely confined to history books. Several retailers affected by the tariffs Trump enacted in his first term have said they would likely raise prices on products if they are expanded in his second. While some tariffs have been in existence long before Trump's presidency, the U.S. enacted new tariffs during his …

Donald Trump may impose 40% tariffs on China in early 2025: Report
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Donald Trump may impose 40% tariffs on China in early 2025: Report

India Today  

The United States could impose nearly 40% tariffs on imports from China early next year, a Reuters poll of economists showed, potentially slicing growth in the world's second-biggest economy by up to 1 percentage point. The poll, the first on China's economy by Reuters since Donald Trump's sweeping election victory on November 5, also predicts that the President-elect will resist …

Walmart says price hikes likely if Trump tariffs take effect
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Walmart says price hikes likely if Trump tariffs take effect

Salon  

Walmart is the latest company warning of price increases if President-elect Donald Trump follows through on a plan to significantly expand tariffs. But there probably will be cases where prices will go up for consumers.” Rainey said it’s too soon to say which products would be affected, but he told CNBC about two-thirds of the retailer's items are not subject …

Consumers to bear brunt of US tariffs
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Consumers to bear brunt of US tariffs

China Daily  

Retailers concerned over prospects of Trump's levy plans, observers say US retailers are creating contingency plans to deal with the prospect of President-elect Donald Trump's proposed tariffs as he heads back to the White House. Under Trump's plan, US citizens could lose between $46 billion and $78 billion in spending power per year on products like clothing, toys, furniture, appliances …

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