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Americans rushing to buy foreign goods before anticipated Trump tariffs

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Americans rushing to buy foreign goods before anticipated Trump tariffs

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  • As Donald Trump's inauguration nears, many Americans are purchasing foreign goods to avoid substantial tariffs he plans to impose.
  • Trump has proposed a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian imports and a 10% increase on existing tariffs for Chinese goods.
  • A recent poll by Harris/Guardian revealed 44% of respondents are buying items before the tariffs go into effect, causing a sense of urgency.
  • Shoppers are notably buying electronics, appliances, and food supplies to mitigate future price increases due to tariffs.
  • Experts estimate consumer prices could rise 1.4% to 5.1% with the implementation of Trump's tariffs, significantly affecting household budgets.

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