Temu and Shein are raising their US prices next week

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Shein and Temu are preparing to raise their prices in the US. In almost the same notice to customers, the ultra-cheap retailers warn that they will start adjusting their prices on April 25th due to changes to “global trade rules and tariffs.” President Donald Trump has raised tariffs on goods imported from China to up to 145 percent, with the administration noting this week that tariffs on some imports, like electric vehicles, could reach up to 245 percent when added to existing levies. The US is also getting rid of the de minimis exemption that allowed products valued under $800 to avoid tariffs, something Shein and Temu have relied on for years. Now, both companies, which sell everything from cheap clothing to toys, electronics, and home products, will no longer be able to take advantage of the exemption starting May 2nd. “Until April ... Read full article.