This report, prepared by Northern Trust’s global economics team, examines how 2025’s tariff cycle reshaped food prices and agricultural trade
Food costs eased for holiday staples, yet broader price pressures persist as nearly three-quarters of U.S. food imports face higher duties
Retaliatory measures from major partners deepened losses for U.S. farmers, widening the agricultural trade deficit
Recent policy reversals signal recognition that households ultimately bear tariff costs, especially on essentials like coffee
Explore the full analysis to see how shifting policy may alter next year’s pricing landscape.