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Retail price hikes ripple as tariffs bite major brands

Wal Mart joins Mattel Microsoft Temu Shein and Stanley Black & Decker warning and in some cases confirming higher prices due to tariff costs. The moves come as tariff policy and China duties push up consumer costs worldwide with June July and holiday periods shaping the impact. Executives say shifts in sourcing and local pricing aim to cushion end users while preserving business.