Group 1 - The U.S. government has announced a tariff exemption on key agricultural products such as coffee, cocoa, bananas, and certain beef products, seen as a policy shift in response to rising food prices [1] - The increase in tariffs imposed by the Trump administration has led to higher retail prices for everyday food items, exacerbating the financial strain on American households already affected by high inflation [1] - Beef has become a focal point of concern, with the U.S. imposing high tariffs on major beef suppliers, leading to a significant increase in retail beef prices, which rose between 12% and 18% year-over-year as of September [1] Group 2 - The average price of ground roasted coffee in the U.S. reached a historic high of $8.41 per pound in July, marking a 33% year-over-year increase, largely driven by a 50% tariff on Brazilian coffee [2] - As 74% of food imports in the U.S. are currently facing tariffs, the costs of imported products like tea and spices continue to rise, putting pressure on small coffee shops that have seen wholesale prices increase by 18% to 25% [2] - The tariff exemption is viewed as a response to voter dissatisfaction with food prices, potentially easing some price pressures in the coming months, although experts warn that supply chain recovery will take time and global commodity prices remain high [2]
特朗普宣布大幅下调咖啡、可可、香蕉等农产品关税 以缓解美国食品通胀压力