Retailers Offer Mixed Message on Price Increases. What to Expect at Checkout. - Barron's
1. Walmart expects higher prices due to tariffs, contrasting with Home Depot's outlook. 2. Increasing prices may maintain profits but risks customer dissatisfaction amid inflation. 3. President Trump criticized Walmart's plans, urging them to absorb the tariffs. 4. Pricing strategies differ among retailers depending on their business models and margins. 5. Retailers like Target adjust prices frequently to remain competitive amid tariff changes.