Businesses get $160B tariff refunds, consumers left out
#Tariffs #ConsumerRightsGovernment refunds $160B in illegal tariffs to importers, not consumers. Retailers like Home Depot keep refunds for costs, while UPS, FedEx refund customers. Walmart lowers prices. Consumers demand their share. read more
Costco Sued Over Trump Tariff Refunds
#ConsumerRights #TariffLawsuitA Costco customer filed a class-action lawsuit seeking refunds for tariff-inflated prices after the Supreme Court struck down Trump's tariffs. The suit argues customers, not just companies like FedEx, deserve restitution for overcharges on imported goods. read more
Coles Faces Landmark Court Case Over Misleading Discounts
#ConsumerRights #RetailEthicsAustralia's consumer watchdog accuses Coles supermarket of deceptive "Down Down" promotions, alleging prices were briefly inflated before being advertised as discounts. Coles denies wrongdoing, claiming natural market fluctuations. A landmark Federal Court case is underway. read more