Brace yourselves, fellow shoppers! It seems the big box retailers are cranking up the price knobs like they’re auditioning for a role in *The Price Is Right*. Thanks to good ol’ tariff chaos stirred up by Donald Trump, our wallets are feeling the pinch like never before.
According to data from Bright Data, as of May 11th, 21.5% of tracked items on Amazon spiked in price. That’s right—nearly a quarter of the products you peruse while pretending you’re actually visiting for ‘research’ only! Walmart, Home Depot, and the usual suspects are joining the price hike party as well. Who knew shopping could feel equivalent to watching your bank account bleed out?
If you’re thinking of stocking up on essentials, you might want to check that price tag twice. And hey, if you keep telling yourself you’ll use that bucket of cat litter for a DIY project, just remember, it’s not going to magically turn into gold.
So, what’s the takeaway, folks? Are we on the verge of a financial apocalypse, or is this just another cruel twist in the shopping saga? Buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride at the checkout line!
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