This week, e-commerce giant Amazon stirred debate by weighing the idea of adding import tariff costs directly into its product listings. The move would have laid bare the extra fees shoppers face under the Trump administration's trade policies.
The White House quickly labeled the plan "hostile," highlighting growing tension between US retailers and government over the fallout from rising duties. While the administration argues the fees protect domestic industries, critics warn they squeeze profit margins and trickle down to consumers.
CGTN reports that Amazon's proposal reflects a wider trend: retail platforms across the US are feeling the pinch. Some sellers are absorbing the higher cost to stay competitive, while others are passing fees onto buyers, reshaping pricing strategies across online and in-store markets.
For shoppers, that may mean steeper sticker prices and fewer promotions, especially on imported goods. In response, retailers are exploring ways to offset costs—from tweaking supply chains to boosting domestic sourcing—as they adapt to an uncertain trade landscape.
As tariffs show no sign of easing, digital-savvy consumers and businesses will be watching how retail heavyweights evolve—and whether transparent pricing around fees becomes the new norm.
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cgtn.com
