“川普1.0”经济高官：关税影响将于下月底在全美显现，最苦的是穷人

Group 1 - The comprehensive impact of the U.S. tariff policy is expected to manifest by the end of May, directly affecting consumer goods supply and prices [1] - Consumers are exhibiting "pre-loading" behavior, purchasing items in anticipation of higher future prices, leading to a temporary boost in sales figures [2][3] - Low-income households will bear the brunt of the tariff impacts, as they allocate 100% of their income to purchasing goods, unlike wealthier individuals who save a higher proportion [3] Group 2 - The Federal Reserve is unlikely to lower interest rates to alleviate economic pressures, as the U.S. is near full employment and inflation is around 2.4% [4] - Tariffs are expected to introduce inflationary pressures, even if they result in only one-time price increases, complicating the economic landscape [4]