Amazon Sellers Respond to Trump’s China Tariffs, Raising Prices to Offset Increased Costs

As President Donald Trump intensifies trade tensions with China through increased tariffs, Amazon sellers are proactively raising prices on top-selling items to mitigate the financial impact. E-commerce software company SmartScout has identified 930 products on Amazon experiencing price hikes since April 9th, resulting in an average increase of 29%. These pricing adjustments reflect a wider trend as e-commerce companies grapple with escalating import costs from Chinese suppliers.