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Tariffs Threaten Empty Big-Box Shelves

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April 24, 2025 1 Negative I want money/finance advice
Tariffs Threaten Empty Big-Box Shelves

Target, Walmart, and Home Depot executives told the White House this week that soaring U.S.–China tariffs are already snarling logistics and could leave store aisles bare within weeks. Shipping data back them up: Los Angeles expects vessel arrivals to plunge after an 80-ship cancelation wave out of China, and analysts see second-half imports dropping at least 20 percent year-over-year. The administration is now weighing a step-down in duties to avert a consumer-goods crunch, but no decision is final.

What this means for you:
If you need summer essentials—appliances, patio sets, or back-to-school basics—buy sooner rather than later.
In the meantime, compare prices online; some retailers are running “beat-the-tariff” sales to clear stock before new mark-ups hit.

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