Tariffs mean higher prices are on their way — here’s what to consider buying now

Lululemon has long been a splurge for athleisure fans, but it could get even splurgier. The Canadian company imports over half of its goods from China, Indonesia or Vietnam, according to a Yahoo Finance visualization based on data from the company and investment firm Stifel.

The brand’s Align leggings are a no-fail wardrobe addition if you’re ready to buy, according to Yahoo’s senior style writer, Rebecca Carhart. “These are probably the softest leggings I’ve ever worn, and they sculpt me in a super flattering way without feeling tight or restrictive. … And of course, they pass the squat test: I never have to worry about these leggings becoming see-through when I bend down.”

Leather lovers, take note. An analysis by the nonpartisan Yale Budget Lab found that leather goods could see a price bump of over 18% once all tariffs are in place, Yahoo News reports. The U.S. is the largest leather apparel and accessories importer in the world, with most goods coming from India, Italy, China, Pakistan and Vietnam, according to the Observatory of Economic Complexity.

This pebbled leather purse is one of our favorite crossbody bags, and it holds more than you might suspect, says Yahoo Gifting Editor Amanda Garrity. She’s also a fan of its versatility: “I wear it with the longer strap when I’m running errands, but opt for the shorter ones when I’m heading out at night. If I don’t want to switch bags for a nicer occasion, I simply swap out the leather strap for the gold chain.” While it’s on the pricey side, “it’s held up so well — there are no signs of wear and tear, no scuffs, nothing. It’s worth every penny.”

Why buy wool while the weather is warming up? Just like leather, this classic cold-weather staple is likely to see prices rise, to the tune of around 11%, according to the Yale analysis.

If you want to grab a classic now, this pill-resistant, itch-free Everlane number is among our editors’ favorite sweaters. “This is, without a doubt, the softest sweater I have ever worn — I actually have it in four colors,” says Yahoo Shopping Writer Sarah Weldon. “It feels like air but is surprisingly warm. I’ve worn it with everything from jeans to over a dress as a summer layer.”

Skechers’ comfy, casual sneakers are a no-brainer for spring and summer walks, but consider stocking up now — 40% of the brand’s goods are made in China, and another 40% come from Vietnam. 

These Go Walk slip-ins are podiatrist-approved because they offer ample arch support, making them a more foot-friendly option for spring and summer than flimsy flip-flops.

Hoka is among the buzziest names in shoes, but like its competitors, it imports most of its products from Asia. Parent company Decker Brands, which also owns Ugg and Teva, makes 64% of its goods in Vietnam and 20% in China. 

The brand’s thickly cushioned Cliftons reign supreme in Yahoo’s guide to the best walking shoes for women. And Senior Deals Writer Chris McGraw is a big fan of the brand’s men’s Bondi 9s, saying, “They’re cushioned enough for marathon training, but they’re so plush that I find myself wearing them everywhere — yes, even when I’m not running.”

If you’ve worn out your trusty Crocs, it could be high time to grab another pair. The brand makes 70% of its famously comfy footwear in China, Indonesia or Vietnam.

Not a fan of Crocs’ iconic clogs? Weldon has rounded up a ton of styles that deliver cushy support with a more fashion-forward look. Of these platform sandals, she says, “They’re a little bit, dare I say, elegant? You can style them in so many ways. Pair ’em with jeans and a tee for a casual day or slip them on while donning a flowy, flowery frock.”

Don’t delay if you’ve considered succumbing to the siren song of an iPad; along with laptops, the segment could see a 45% increase in consumer prices because of tariffs, which could translate into an average $200 retail cost increase, according to a Yahoo Finance visualization of CTA data.

Yahoo’s best tablet of 2025 is the 10th generation iPad, which has seen frequent sales because it’s no longer Apple’s newest, shiniest model. But that makes it no less worthy of a buy, according to Yahoo Senior Tech Writer Rick Broida. “There’s no denying [this iPad’s] appeal, starting with a slightly larger screen inside a frame that’s roughly the same size as before,” he writes. “Apple also made a bunch of under-the-hood improvements, including a faster processor, more RAM, Bluetooth 5.0 and a USB-C charging port.”

You’re gonna wish you had a pair of noise-cancelling headphones to block out this news: Speakers and headphones could see an 11% consumer price increase thanks to tariffs. That shakes out to an average $35 retail price bump for headphones. 

These Soundcore cans are the most budget-friendly pick on Yahoo’s list of the best noise-cancelling wireless headphones. “If you’re wondering whether $100 headphones can possibly rival ones costing three or four times as much, get ready for a surprise,” Broida says. “Soundcore’s Space One offers sweet sound and robust ANC.” Also impressive: You’ll get up to 55 hours of battery life on a single charge.

The smartphone-loving public has been spoiled with increasingly impressive technology packed into ever smaller packages, but tariffs could make high prices even harder to swallow. Shoppers could see a 26% bump, or an average retail price increase of $213 — that’s a call we’d rather not take.

For the iPhone-averse, Engadget says the Google Pixel 9 Pro is among the best smartphones of 2025. “The Pixel 9 Pro lineup is our favorite Android phone because of its top-notch camera performance, intriguing AI features and a general grown-up vibe,” writes Managing Editor Cherlynn Low. “While previous Pixel flagships had a colorful, blocky design that felt fresh, this year’s devices feel solid and refined. And, dare we say it, almost like iPhones.”

Shark, owned by Massachusetts-based parent company SharkNinja, makes most of its products in China, CNBC reports. Whether you have your eye on a vacuum or an air fryer, that means now might be the time to buy.

After exhaustive testing, Yahoo crowned the Shark PowerDetect its best upright vacuum for 2025. It “looks almost intergalactic and leverages a network of sensors to adapt to different environments and zap everything in sight,” says Yahoo Home and Garden Writer Kristin Granero. “For being on the heavier side (a common feature among vacuums with strong motors and sizable dust cups), the Shark is incredibly agile, with swivel steering for optimal maneuverability and a shallow cleaner head that allowed us to get under and around furniture.” 

Sorry, java junkies. Coffee itself is likely to see a price increase because of tariffs, and the same is true of the contraptions that produce your piping-hot cup of morning cheer. In 2019, when Keurig Dr. Pepper was pressing the Trump administration to drop previous tariff plans, the company said that 88% of U.S.-sold coffee brewers come from China, Reuters reports.

Keurig’s K-Café Barista Bar managed to impress even Yahoo’s caffeine-obsessed editors, taking a spot on our list of the best single-serve coffee makers of 2025. The countertop contraption “really does excel at making milky drinks,” writes Senior Home and Garden Editor Jessica Dodell-Feder. “The frother can whip up both hot and cold froth that somehow manages to be both dense and fluffy. I liked it so much, I continued using the gadget well beyond my testing. And when I accidentally put it in the dishwasher (it’s hand-wash-only), I found Keurig customer service helpful in getting a replacement.”

Here’s another Yahoo favorite produced by SharkNinja — and even if tariffs don’t affect the price in the short term, high demand for this buzzy buy is likely to keep the price from dropping anytime soon. 

The machine “delivers real soft-serve that’s rich, creamy and as good as anything you can buy in a scoop shop,” raves Senior Home Writer Lisa Schweitzer in her full Ninja Swirl by Creami review. “And it doesn’t just make soft-serve, it also churns out fruit whip, scoopable ice cream, frozen custard, sorbet, gelato, milkshakes and more.”

Bananas are an amazing source of potassium, but you might want to find a plan B if they’re among your standbys for breakfast. The U.S. imported nearly $3 billion in bananas in 2023, according to the Observatory of Economic Complexity, including $1.2 billion from Guatemala alone. 

While the U.S. grows some bananas in Hawaii and Puerto Rico, it lacks the tropical climate needed to do it at scale. Dole, one of the nation’s largest banana suppliers, says it sources its fruit “from equatorial regions, including Costa Rica, Ecuador, Colombia and Peru.” 

No one wants a repeat of the pandemic’s Toilet Paper Panic of 2020, and most of the TP we use in this country is indeed made right here in the U.S., including Procter & Gamble’s Charmin. But that doesn’t mean tariffs won’t affect your bum’s bottom line. The company relies on wood pulp from Canada and Brazil, reports House Digest, which means tariffs could still ultimately spur price hikes.

Much like toilet paper, it’s the stuff that goes into shampoo that makes it vulnerable to tariff-related price hikes. Palm oil, found in many brands, is largely imported from Indonesia, CNBC reports, referencing data from the Consumer Brands Association.

You may not see palm oil in an ingredients list, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t there. For instance, this Pantene shampoo contains sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate, both of which are common palm oil derivatives.