Trump tells Walmart to ‘eat the tariffs’ after retailer warned it will raise prices
Share this @internewscast.com

President Donald Trump blasted Walmart on Saturday after the retailer warned this week that it will raise prices because of tariffs.

President Trump has expressed his opinion on Truth Social, stating that both Walmart and China should “EAT THE TARIFFS,” implying that they should absorb the costs without passing them on to customers. He added that he and consumers will be monitoring the situation closely.

On Thursday, Walmart’s CFO, John David Rainey, commented in an interview that the current rate and rapidity of price increases are unprecedented, creating a difficult business environment.

Rainey acknowledged some satisfaction with the progress made by the Trump administration in reducing tariff levels from those announced in early April, although he still considers them excessively high. Despite a 90-day grace period that brought tariffs on Chinese goods down to 30%, imports from numerous other countries still encounter a 10% duty.

He said the company will “try to work with suppliers to keep prices as low as we can.”

Walmart didn’t immediately comment on Trump’s post.

Walmart joined a growing number of companies that have increased prices or warned that higher prices are coming due to tariffs. Microsoft said earlier this month that it has increased the recommended retail prices of Xbox video game consoles and some controllers.

Barbie maker Mattel announced earlier this month it is moving production out of China, but still expected to have price increases its toys. And Ford warned last week it would have to raise prices on some cars.

Major U.S. retailers, including Target, Home Depot and Lowe’s, are expected to share their own outlooks on the impact of tariffs when they report results next week.

Shares of Walmart ended 2% higher on Friday at $98.24.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

RCSO: Arrest Made in Connection to 2022 Homicide Case

AUGUSTA, Ga. () – The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office reported the apprehension…

Tragedy at St. Louis Church: Storm Causes Collapse, Resulting in One Fatality and Two Rescues

One person died and two others were pulled from the wreckage of…

House Launches Investigation into Alleged Concealment of Biden’s Mental Health Issues

() House Oversight Chairman James Comer announced late Friday night that he…

How to Stay Safe During Heatwaves

SAVANNAH, Ga () — A hot weekend is ahead of us, a…

SCCPSS Sergeant Sues School Board for Retaliation After Reporting Student Sexual Abuse

SAVANNAH, Ga. () — An 18-page lawsuit initiated by SCCPSS Sgt. Carl…

Footage reveals 10 prisoners breaking out of New Orleans jail

Editor’s note: The Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office revised the initial count of…

Moody’s Downgrades U.S. Government’s Credit Rating Due to Rising Debt Concerns

WASHINGTON (AP) Moody’s Ratings stripped the U.S. government of its top credit…

Trump Positions Himself for Complicated Battle Over GOP Tax Legislation

President Trump is returning from a Middle East trip where he was…

Musician Accused Alongside Chris Brown in London Nightclub Incident

LONDON – Police reported Saturday that a musician and acquaintance of Chris…

Producer compares upcoming reality show to a ‘Hunger Games’-style competition for immigration.

A reality show producer has proposed a unique concept to the Department…

Report: FEMA Unprepared for 2025 Hurricane Season

() The loss of key staff and low morale at the Federal…

Third Suspect Arrested in Deadly Lumpkin Road Shooting, According to RCSO

AUGUSTA, Ga. () – Authorities have apprehended a third individual linked to…