It’s that time of year again, when parents start thinking about back-to-school expenses. Normally, it’s always a costly season, but this year, it’s shaping up to be even more expensive than usual. The reason? Tariffs. Despite a temporary suspension or pause of some tariffs by the U.S. government on certain Chinese goods in May 2025 that eased some of the steepest rates, there’s still a lot of ...
Why Everyone’s Suddenly Buying in Bulk Again and What to Prioritize
Inflation on everyday items like food and household products have influenced people to shop smarter. Many shoppers have resorted to buying in bulk at places like Sam's Club and Costco because of the savings opportunities that exist. This buy-in-bulk mentality seemed to have begun with the pandemic, which prompted people to be more prepared and to never let stocks run low. So what exactly are ...
Walmart Price Hikes Soar Despite Trump’s Push to Keep Costs Down
Walmart, the retail giant that is famous for its low prices, has announced significant price increases on many of its products, despite former President Donald Trump’s tariffs aimed at protecting American jobs and keeping costs down. These tariffs, while intended to support domestic manufacturing, have led to higher import costs that Walmart can no longer fully absorb internally. As a result, ...
Walmart Blames Tariffs For Price Hikes Despite Years of Pre-Planned Strategy
When Walmart employees shared Reddit photos showing toys jumping from $39.92 to $55 overnight, the story seemed simple: Trump’s tariffs were driving up prices. But dig deeper and a more calculated strategy emerges. Walmart didn’t stumble into these increases, they planned them. With decades of pricing strategy and a finely tuned supply chain, the company was already primed for a shift. ...
Shopping on Temu? Expect to Pay a Lot More Starting Now
Temu is a worldwide phenomenon. Their aggressive marketing strategy, from un-skippable ads about free products, to $3 leggings, $2 earbuds, and people online discussing their newest Temu purchases. All of this has captured the attention of millions of shoppers across the globe. It felt like a relief from price hikes. A safe space for “Shopping like a billionaire!” as their slogan dictates. And ...
Grocery Chain Faces Investigation for Price Gouging Amid ‘Tariff Challenges’
Consumers have always loved a good deal. Promotions are the lifeblood of some regions, allowing customers an opportunity to save a little money while stores get to clear out some of their stock in the process. However, somewhat recently, something's been going on at stores across the country. Having a discount on grocery essentials can be a lifesaver. However, customers from all over are ...
9 Walmart Items People Are Rushing to Stock Up on Before Prices Raise
It's 2025, and inflation is no longer a future threat but a daily reality, as 68% of household staples have increased in price over the last year. Walmart shoppers scramble to hoard necessities before prices spike again, fueled by fresh tariffs, supply chain breakdowns, and commodity price hikes. The sense of urgency is real: economists forecast inflation to reach 4% by the end of the year, ...
McDonald’s Rolls Out Major Store Update to Win Back Customers
One of America’s most iconic fast-food chains is facing a crossroads as it battles declining sales and shifting consumer habits. McDonald’s, long the go-to for afforadable, fast food, experienced a 3.6% drop in its U.S. same-store sales in the first quarter of 2024 – its steepest decline in five years. The company’s leadership attributes economic pressures, including inflation and geopolitical ...