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82% of U.S. Shoppers Demand Price Clarity as Hidden Fees and Tariffs Erode Brand Trust
NEW YORK, May 07, 2025--As U.S. families grapple with ongoing economic uncertainty and rising costs from tariffs and added fees, new consumer data from VTEX (NYSE: VTEX), the global commerce platform powering enterprise brands, reveals a staggering 82% of Americans say clear pricing and no hidden fees are essential to reducing stress and improving the shopping experience.
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