Donald Trump’s tariffs on Chinese imports have pushed up prices for toys, electronics and holiday decorations, forcing retailers to delay shipments, raise prices and prod shoppers to cut spending.Independent stores from
San Luis Obispo’s
Ah Louis Store to
JaZams and chains such as
Best Buy reported slimmer margins and more cautious customers, while
AP-NORC and
Gallup polls show consumers trimming holiday budgets and hunting discounts.