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flag U.S. Christmas tree prices are rising due to Chinese import tariffs, with artificial trees and lights costing more, while fresh-cut trees remain stable.

flag Christmas tree prices in the U.S. are rising due to tariffs on Chinese imports, with artificial trees expected to cost 10% to 20% more and holiday lights up to 63% more, driven by increased production and shipping costs. flag About 85% of U.S. Christmas trees are artificial, mostly made in China, making them vulnerable to trade policies. flag Some manufacturers have shifted production to Cambodia, Vietnam, and Thailand to avoid tariffs, but higher costs remain. flag Fresh-cut trees are largely unaffected, as most are grown domestically or imported from tariff-exempt Canada. flag Industry leaders warn of rising holiday spending, with tariffs adding about $1.3 billion to consumer costs, though overall holiday shopping is still projected to reach $1 trillion.

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