PC Mag – Concerned about high prices that might come with tariffs? Our experts offer handy buying advice to help you navigate this tricky global trade war.”Uncertainty reigns in global trade, with tensions brought on by the Trump administration’s decision to levy tariffs—taxation based on a percentage of a product’s value—on imports from countries near and far. The stated goal is to get US consumers to buy more domestically made items. The reality is that products made in the US cost a lot, and the overseas supply chains and manufacturers’ prowess (coupled with far less expensive and, many would argue, exploited labor) keep the cost of things low. Or, at least, lower than they would be if made in the States. All the back-and-forth doesn’t help. The White House levied tariffs on several countries, scaled some back, and then doubled down with China because it retaliated with its own tariffs on US goods. Imports from China will, as of this writing, see a total of 145% tax. Meanwhile, the US announced exemptions for some electronics, like computers, phones, and PC components—but not everything (most notably, video game consoles). There is currently a 90-day pause on Trump’s “reciprocal tariff” increases with most countries, though not China (US goods going into China are now subject to a 125% tariff). A 10% duty enacted on April 5 with all countries will remain across the board.  The situation is a confusing mess for manufacturers, shippers, investors, and, of course, consumers like you, who eventually will be hit by higher prices for goods…

The Numerator chart shows that 89% of US consumers know about the tariffs. Meanwhile, 72% of households are concerned about a recession…”