US EditionFireworks, Hot Dogs and Gas: A Look at the Cost of Independence Day Celebrations in 2025
- Mounting demand for fireworks, boosted by July 4 landing on a Friday and anticipation of 2026's bicentennial, is driven by tariffs raising prices and supply concerns.
- The American Pyrotechnics Association reports $2.2 billion in fireworks revenue last year, with retail sales rising 10–15%, while 99% of U.S. fireworks are from China subject to 30% tariffs, added late season.
- Some small shops remain closed, while others see a sales boost from 'comeback orders' and family packs, despite tariffs raising costs.
- Future planning for 2026’s 250th anniversary faces uncertainty, as the American Pyrotechnics Association warns tariffs could disrupt inventories and complicate preparations.
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Fireworks sales boom as Americans gear up for Fourth of July celebrations
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San Angelo store defies tariffs as fireworks prices soar
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — Firework prices have gone up this year due to the tariffs on Chinese imports but one spot in San Angelo wasn't really affected by the tariffs. This year some fireworks sellers are dramatically increasing prices because of the tariffs on Chinese imports and Renegade Fireworks' owner said they're not seriously affected by the tariffs. She said the tariffs didn't really affect the store to much because s…
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