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How Trump’s China Tariffs Are Jeopardizing America’s Fireworks Extravaganzas
The pyrotechnics industry relies heavily on Chinese fireworks imports and warns that this could be the last big bang Fourth of July.
Fireworks prices shoot up amid trade-war tariffs with China
Though retailers have gotten some fireworks that shipped before tariffs were imposed, shipping costs are going sky-high.
Tariffs on China could drive up the cost of July 4th fireworks shows
Fireworks are a tradition on the Fourth of July, but the price of putting on a show is becoming more expensive for pyrotechnics companies.
Tariffs on fireworks could cause price increases
Looking ahead to next year’s Fourth of July, consumers looking for fireworks might not be getting the same bang for their buck. 2026 is projected to be a big year for the firework industry. Not only will Independence Day fall on a Saturday,
Will you be paying more for higher prices on fireworks this year? Impacts of tariffs in Oklahoma
The ripple effects of the trade war against China has affected fireworks prices ahead of Independence Day, but they could be higher next year.
Fireworks prices hold steady for customers despite tariffs, but uncertainty looms for 2026
As fireworks lit up Wisconsin skies this Fourth of July, some local sellers are bracing for what next year might bring.
Despite concerns over tariffs, NH fireworks vendors say prices holding steady
Hooksett Firework Inc. walls Fireworks line the walls of the warehouse at Hooksett Firework Inc., where vendors say tariffs on China have not yet resulted in significant price changes. Fireworks vendors in New Hampshire say they have been able to maintain prices and supplies this Fourth of July despite Trump administration tariffs that have affected the industry at its root.
Fireworks sales booming despite tariffs increasing prices
Pete Jul 2, 2025 14 hrs ago 0 Fireworks sales have been booming in Northwest Indiana despite tariffs that drove up prices. Northwest Indiana's many fireworks stores had been bracing for a rough Fourth of July season after the administration initially imposed 145% tariffs on China,
Tariffs could spell trouble for fireworks shows
Fireworks, a hallmark of July 4th celebrations, are feeling the impact of President Trump's trade war with China. CBS News ...
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Mineral Point business talks impact of tariffs on fireworks
Buying fireworks for your Independence Day display could cost more this year because of a 30% tariff on Chinese imports.
A Chinese Fireworks Maker Is Going All In on the U.S. Despite Tariffs
Tariff uncertainty is threatening to snuff out an ancient industry as the U.S. prepares its biggest fireworks shows in years.
How President Trump's tariffs could impact future July Fourth fireworks celebrations
Millions will gather across the U.S. for the dazzling sights of fireworks to mark the Fourth of July, but the tradition ...
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Tariffs, shortage of supply impacting Cedar City Fourth of July fireworks celebration
Cedar City's fireworks celebration may be shorter than you might remember due to tariffs and other supply shortages for ...
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Montana fireworks stand beats the heat to buy fireworks before tariffs
Fireworks are a popular way to celebrate Independence Day, but consumers went into the holidays uncertain of what it would ...
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Fireworks advocacy group warns of shortage for Fourth of July next year
A fireworks advocacy group is warning of a shortage ahead of next year’s July Fourth festivities, blaming tariffs. While ...
Fireworks, hot dogs and gas: What costs more – or less – this Fourth of July weekend
This Fourth of July, millions of Americans will be hitting the road, feasting on barbecue fixings, while watching firework displays. Here’s how much it will all cost.