5 Everyday Items That Could Get Cheaper After Trump's Trade Deal With China J. ArkyJuly 16, 2025 at 7:04 AM Trong Nguyen / Shutterstock.com The news and the stock market have been up and down with tariffs.
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J. ArkyJuly 16, 2025 at 7:04 AM
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The news and the stock market have been up and down with tariffs. The Trump administration declared incredibly steep tariffs on nearly all nations in April 2025 then delayed the enforcement or reduced the rates on most of them. Now, as President Trump negotiates trade deals around the world, there could be more swings in the prices consumers pay on most goods, especially those made in China.
"At first glance, items that are [typically] made in China — phones, laptops and kitchen appliances — are the most likely to see price drops," said Marty Bauer, director of sales and partnerships at Omnisend. "Basic clothing like T-shirts and sneakers might get a bit cheaper too.
"But, of course, it depends," Bauer added, noting that price shifts can get really unpredictable due to inflation, shipping costs or companies choosing to keep extra margins instead of passing savings on to consumers.
That being said, there could be some reduction in the cost of home goods and products Americans buy imported from China if negotiations go well. Here are five everyday items that could get cheaper after Trump's trade deal with China is finalized.
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Electronics
Even with major American brands, a large portion of smartphones, laptops and TVs are overwhelmingly assembled in China, according to Robert Khachatryan, CEO at Freight Right Global Logistics, who highlighted that over the past few years, tariffs on these products raised import costs and squeezed retailers.
"Removing or reducing these duties could knock down prices, even if only slightly, on products that are essential to daily life and remote work," Khachatryan explained. "If prices don't drop, however, Americans might start seeing more products sourced from Vietnam, Malaysia or even Mexico, as companies have already begun diversifying their supply chains in response to ongoing uncertainty."
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Home Goods
Khachatryan pointed out that everything from bed frames and sofas to rugs and lighting saw steep price hikes as a result of tariffs — sometimes as high as 25%.
"If a trade deal eliminates those duties, we could see home furnishing costs come back to Earth," he said. "Of course, if prices remain sticky, shoppers might consider alternatives like locally made or reclaimed furniture, or pieces manufactured in places like Eastern Europe, where production has been quietly gaining ground."
Clothing and Footwear
While fashion has larger profit margins than some other sectors, Khachatryan noted that the added import costs for budget and mid-market brands were still felt by consumers.
"If tariffs are lifted, some of those savings could be passed down to shoppers," he said. "But if not, Bangladesh and India, two countries that are ramping up apparel manufacturing, offer viable alternatives with competitive pricing and fewer geopolitical complications."
Toys and Seasonal Goods
According to Khachatryan, roughly 85% of toys sold in the U.S. are made in China, and these were heavily impacted by tariffs during the height of the trade war.
"Retailers had to either absorb the cost or pass it along to consumers," he noted, adding that if duties are rolled back, Americans could see some long-awaited relief just in time for the holiday shopping season.
Household Appliances
In Khachatryan's estimation, everything from microwaves and air fryers to cookware were affected by tariffs, so if a deal with China is reached, prices may come down.
"These items often arrive fully assembled from China, so duties had an immediate and visible impact," he said. "If a deal is struck, expect to see price improvements on these goods. If not, refurbished appliances or brands with diversified manufacturing bases, such as Samsung or LG, may be worth a closer look."
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