NEW YORK, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Americans gear up for summer fun, new analysis from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce reveals that tariffs are quietly raising the prices of warm-weather essentials, from baseball gloves to beach umbrellas—making leisure activities more costly for both families and small businesses alike.
The Chamber’s findings come at a pivotal moment: While tariffs have been at the center of economic debates, many consumers remain unaware of how they will be affected. This summer, the impacts are becoming clear—with common goods like grills, bicycles, and even sunscreen now facing significant tariff-driven price hikes. In fact, these tariffs mark the highest level the United States has imposed in more than 90 years.
A Closer Look at the Summer Price Hike
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