Treasury Secretary Bessent's remarks reinforce the idea that Walmart will pass on some tariff costs to consumers, contradicting Trump's earlier assurances.

Experts caution that Trump's economic policies are causing uncertainty, and the administration’s claims about inflation and tariff impacts are met with skepticism by independent analysts and consumers alike.

Inflation fears linger as consumers visualize price increases in stores, reflecting anxiety about economic policies and previous inflation spikes.

Walmart may pass some tariff costs onto consumers due to pressures from narrow retail margins and increasing operational costs.

President Trump has insisted that Walmart and China should absorb the costs of tariffs and avoid raising prices for shoppers, expressing oversight through social media proclamations.

While inflation has been easing, concerns remain about the impacts of tariffs on pricing strategies for retail chains like Walmart, especially as they navigate ongoing trade negotiations.

Walmart's leadership has indicated that increased prices are likely as a result of imposed tariffs, regardless of Trump's insistence that they should 'eat' the costs.

Treasury Secretary Bessent acknowledged that tariffs could lead to higher consumer prices, aligning with previous warnings from Republican leaders about the inevitable cost of tariffs.

Despite positive reports regarding gasoline pricing trends, the reality of tariff impacts remains a topic of concern for consumers, as retail economics indicate potential passing on of costs.