
Tariffs Drive U.S. Toy Prices Soaring on Chinese Mainland Imports
Toy prices in the U.S. jumped 2.2% in May as tariffs on imports from the Chinese mainland drive costs up, outpacing overall inflation and foreshadowing pricier holiday gifts.
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Toy prices in the U.S. jumped 2.2% in May as tariffs on imports from the Chinese mainland drive costs up, outpacing overall inflation and foreshadowing pricier holiday gifts.
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