Loblaw Braces as Tariff Surge Threatens Food Prices

Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 6:21 pm

Loblaw warns that tariff-driven supply constraints are expected to significantly increase food prices as pre-tariff stocks dwindle. The retailer anticipates a spike in tariff-hit products, prompting consumers to brace for higher costs amid ongoing trade tensions.

globalnews.ca / Loblaw says number of tariff-affected products will triple in coming weeks

The number of tariff-hit products at the grocery store could soon spike as pre-tariff inventory runs out, CEO Per Bank said, which means prices for some items will go up too.

cp24.com/ / Loblaw warns that price surge coming in response to tariffs - CP24

Loblaw warns that price surge coming in response to tariffs CP24

cp24.com/ / Loblaw warns of surge in tariff-hit food products - CP24

Loblaw warns of surge in tariff-hit food products CP24

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