This Morning With Gordon Deal This Morning with Gordon Deal December 25, 2025
Dec 25, 2025
Join Betsy McKay of The Wall Street Journal as she dives into groundbreaking cholesterol therapies beyond statins. Peter Evis from The New York Times breaks down recent tariff changes, revealing unexpected costs for shoppers. CNET's Patrick Holland shares eye-opening insights on iPhone battery performance and testing techniques. Finally, Aditi Shrikant shares the delicate balance between saving money staying with family during the holidays and the emotional toll it can take. Get ready for a mix of health, tech, and holiday wisdom!
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Confirm Who Pays Tariffs Before You Buy
- Exercise extreme caution buying from foreign sellers and confirm who will pay customs duties before checkout.
- Email the seller to get explicit confirmation that they will pay tariffs, or avoid the purchase.
A Coat That Cost More Than The Price Tag
- Peter Evis profiles Kim Batten, who bought an overcoat from the Netherlands and faced unexpectedly high tariffs.
- The coat was made in China, which likely explained the larger-than-expected duty bill.
Tariff Rule Change Slashed Small-Parcel Flow
- Removing the de minimis exemption shrank low-value package volume dramatically from about 4 million to 800,000 daily.
- Lower volumes may persist because shoppers avoid goods that carry added tariffs and fees.