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Seriously there is a worldwide shortage of almost everything and it is going to get way worse.
What is the case for it getting way worse?
It does seem that market responses to supply issues are then causing unintended further complications.
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What is the case for it getting worse?
Major energy shortages in China.
Drought in Taiwan screwed up chip production.
Rising fuel prices for agriculture.
Climate change having negative effects on crop yields.
Workers putting in less hours because of COVID protocol at factories and distribution hubs.
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Seriously there is a worldwide shortage of almost everything and it is going to get way worse.
Friends who are residential builders have been waiting months for appliances, one maker estimated 6 months for a big order of fridges.
My car dealer can’t get cars from their manufacturer. Not even taking orders on some models.
Local bike shop can’t get bikes.
Friend in China (Shenzen) says power supply is unreliable and is worried about heat in winter.