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Why Haven’t Tariffs Boosted Inflation? This Theory Is Gaining Traction

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The average tariff increase is much less 8% not 12% forecasters stated, in first half 2025, says this WSJ report. Forecasters have overestimated the tariffs because of numerous exemptions. Other reasons are that large retailers like Walmart have heeded the president's warnings not to raise prices on everyday items Americans buy from Walmart, Target and Amazon.



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