### Retail Prices Surge Amid Trump's Tariffs

The widespread impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs is beginning to show in retail prices at major stores like Target and Walmart. Employees of Walmart, sharing their observations on the r/Walmart subreddit, have reported noticeable price increases on a variety of products. This online community has turned into an ongoing documentation of price hikes, covering essentials such as groceries, toys, and outdoor equipment.

One notable example is an 8-ounce jar of cocoa powder which soared from $3.44 to an astonishing $6.18, marking an almost 80 percent rise. Similarly, a Jurassic World T-Rex toy recently saw its price increase from $39.95 to $55, a 38 percent hike. Another significant bump was observed in the price of a fishing reel, with its cost jumping from $57.37 to $83.26. These same products have experienced analogous price increases at Target as well.

These reports align with earlier warnings from Walmart executives. During a May earnings call, CEO Doug McMillon cautioned that the company might soon have to raise prices due to the tariffs. As McMillon noted, the narrow margins in the retail industry make it challenging to absorb the added costs. Walmart CFO John David Rainey also forecasted in May that the impacts of Trump's tariff policies could manifest "within the coming weeks," which aligns with the current price surges.

Despite these developments, President Trump reacted sharply to Walmart's stance. Using his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump insisted that Walmart should "eat the tariffs" rather than passing the costs onto consumers.

The longevity of these tariffs remains uncertain. A recent federal trade court ruling declared that Trump did not have the constitutional authority to enforce such a broad tariff regime. However, this decision is currently stayed pending appeal, meaning the tariffs are still in effect for now.