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A woman bought shorts at Target and says the company charged her 50% more for them than they were marked.
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Consumer Alleges Target's 50% Price Hikes Not Justified by Tariffs
A recent social media post by user 'modeljaimee' has brought attention to alleged disproportionate price increases at Target stores. The user, Jaime, shared her experience of purchasing two pairs of shorts, one of which was labeled at $10 but scanned at $15 at checkout. Upon inquiring about the discrepancy, a Target employee reportedly attributed the price difference to 'tariffs.' Jaime, in her video, highlighted that the shorts were manufactured in Vietnam. She noted that tariff rates for goods from Vietnam increased from 10% to 20% this year, representing a 10% increase. She argues that a 50% price hike on the item is not commensurate with the tariff increase, suggesting that Target may be using tariffs as a justification for excessive markups. The video urges consumers to exercise vigilance when shopping at the retailer to ensure items are priced correctly. This incident raises questions about pricing transparency and the extent to which retailers pass on increased costs, such as tariffs, to consumers. Target has not yet publicly commented on the specific claims made in the video.
