Tariffs Hit Your Wallet: The $1,300 Question Every Consumer Should Understand
Disclaimer
This episode is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Show Notes
After absorbing most tariff costs in 2025, American businesses are running out of pre-tariff inventory and pricing power. This episode breaks down the math of how tariffs translate to household costs, which products will see the biggest price increases, and strategies to protect your purchasing power.
Sources & References
- Morningstar: Inflation Set to Rise in 2026 as Tariff Costs Hit Consumers
- J.P. Morgan: US Tariffs: What's the Impact?
- CNN: Tariffs could really sting in 2026
- Yale Budget Lab: Short-Run Effects of 2025 Tariffs So Far
- Peterson Institute: The risk of higher US inflation in 2026
- USDA Economic Research Service: Food Price Outlook