Port strike leads to panic-buying, but experts say there’s no need
Oct 2, 2024 · While the major port strike on the East Coast and Gulf Coast could threaten Americans’ supply of bananas, it likely won’t directly cause a toilet paper shortage — but that hasn’t stopped...
Port strike: Why are people panic buying toilet paper again?
Oct 2, 2024 · Toilet paper, paper towels not affected by the strike. But consumers may be stocking up on the wrong things – and panic-buying when they don't need to.
Panic buying amid U.S. ports strike is creating supermarket
Oct 3, 2024 · Grocery stores and retailers say consumers are panic buying products over shortage concerns due to East and Gulf Coast ports strike, but fears are unfounded.
People are panic-buying toilet paper because of the port strike.
Oct 2, 2024 · But the lack of toilet paper isn’t a direct result of a major port strike Tuesday. It’s because of panic buying. Toilet paper shortages in stores across America are giving folks nightmarish...
Is toilet paper affected by the port strike? Here's what to know …
Oct 3, 2024 · As the port strike continues into its third day, some consumers are growing concerned about whether it could lead to a toilet paper shortage, prompting some to whisk supplies of the product...
Here’s what might be tough to find if there’s a long port strike
Sep 29, 2024 · If longshore workers at East and Gulf coast ports go on strike Tuesday, as now appears likely, it could choke off the supplies of many popular products that flow over those docks. But not ...
Port workers’ strike sparks panic buying – NBC New York
Oct 3, 2024 · Leaders warn there is no need to panic buy, especially since some of the items flying off the shelves are made in the United States and not impacted by the port workers' strike
Massive port strike could have ‘devastating consequences ... - CNBC
Oct 1, 2024 · Four years after the pandemic, another supply-and-demand logistics crisis could drive up prices for groceries and other consumer staples, experts say.
Which products could be affected by port strike? What to stock …
Oct 1, 2024 · Amid port strike some consumers are panic-buying goods. Here's what consumers should know about how the strike could affect their daily and holiday shopping plans:
Port strike: Expert says don't panic buy as dockworkers vow to …
Oct 2, 2024 · The lack of toilet paper isn't a direct result of a major port strike Tuesday. It's because of panic buying -- but experts say there is no need for that