Shein Slams U.S. Consumers With Massive Price Hikes

The Chinese e-commerce giant Shein is raising prices sharply for American customers, Bloomberg reports.

Prices Skyrocket Across Categories

Bloomberg’s review shows average prices for the 100 top-selling beauty and health items have surged by 51%.

Kitchen Towels See 377% Price Increase

Some products have seen even more dramatic hikes — kitchen towel prices, for example, have risen by a staggering 377%.

Trump’s Tariffs Blamed for the Spike

The massive price hikes are a direct result of the ongoing trade war. Shein and other Chinese platforms now face 120% tariffs on goods sold to the U.S.

Trump: “No Inflation Problem”

Despite the tariffs, President Donald Trump insists inflation will not rise, citing falling energy and food prices on his social media channels.

Inflation Reality Tells a Different Story

Bloomberg notes that Shein’s price hikes are the latest example of Chinese companies passing higher import costs onto American consumers.

No Trade Talks in Progress

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed there are currently no active negotiations on tariffs with China.

Bessent: Only Traditional Topics Discussed

Speaking to ABC News, Bessent said his recent talks with Chinese officials focused on financial stability and early warnings about the global economy — not tariffs.

Rising Costs Hit Everyday Goods

American consumers are starting to feel the impact across a wide range of categories — from clothing and kitchen items to electronics.

Tensions Show No Signs of Easing

With no negotiations underway and both sides standing firm, experts warn that tariffs — and higher prices — could remain for the foreseeable future.