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North Carolina Woman Calls Out Target for Removing Price Tags from Items: ‘They…
A North Carolina woman warns shoppers about being misled on what they are paying for, after she found missing price tags on items at Target.
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Consumer Outcry: Are Retailers Hiding Prices Amidst Economic Shifts?
Target Shopper Alleges Price Tag Manipulation, Sparks Debate on Retail Pricing A recent video posted by TikTok user RunNL8 has ignited a discussion about pricing practices at major retail chains, specifically Target. The video, uploaded on September 1, 2025, shows the user navigating a Target store, pointing out numerous clothing items with torn or removed price tags. The shopper, who goes by RunNL8, expressed her frustration, stating, "Why would you put this much work into it if there's not some sort of scam going on?" She emphasized the consumer's need to verify prices at the register, questioning the motive behind the extensive labor required to remove these tags. "When I get to the register and they ring up my item, and I can't remember exactly how much it was, I want to look at that price tag," she explained. She further noted that this issue is not isolated to Walmart, suggesting a wider trend among large retailers. The video has garnered significant attention, with viewers offering diverse explanations in the comments section. Many attribute the discrepancy to tariffs, with one user stating, "it's tariffs. the scam was trump lying to his supporters." Another comment echoed this sentiment: "Not a scam. This is what happens with Trump’s tariffs! All store are doing this. WE PAY THE TARIFFS, not the company shipping it." However, some commenters offered alternative theories, suggesting corporate collusion or price gouging. "This is not due to tariffs. It’s collusion within corporations and their elite owners," one user claimed. The debate highlights ongoing consumer concerns regarding retail pricing transparency and the broader economic factors influencing product costs. Target has not yet issued a public statement regarding the claims made in the video.
