Before tariffs raise prices, it is wise to buy certain goods now to avoid higher costs later. Key categories to consider include:

• Specialty Foods and Beverages: Imported spices, coffee, chocolate, European wines (such as French Champagne), Italian cheeses, and spirits like Mexican tequila are expected to become more expensive due to tariffs, especially single-origin products with protected designations

• Appliances and Electronics: Items like washers, dryers, refrigerators, gaming systems, televisions, computers, laptops, and kitchen gadgets are largely imported and likely to see price hikes. Although tariffs on smartphones and semiconductors are temporarily paused, this may not last

• Automobiles and Automotive Products: Cars and related products such as tires may become pricier. If planning to buy a car soon, it’s recommended to purchase before tariffs increase costs

• Clothing and Footwear: Particularly jeans, name-brand sneakers, and underwear, which are often imported and subject to tariffs

• Home Goods and Tools: Furniture, vacuums, mattresses, drills, saws, and wrenches are also at risk of price increases due to tariffs

• Household Staples and Consumables: Stock up on long-lasting essentials such as rice, canned goods, beans, toothpaste, soap, detergent, batteries, and pet food to lock in current prices and avoid shortages

Experts advise buying only items you already plan to purchase to avoid unnecessary spending or stockpiling items that may go unused. Buying domestic goods, repairing instead of replacing, and using price comparison and rewards programs can also help mitigate costs during tariff uncertainty

. In summary, prioritize buying imported specialty foods, electronics, appliances, cars, clothing, and essential household items now before tariffs cause price increases.