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> Higher prices are also a deterrent against hoarding, particularly in the days leading up to a disaster. To be on the safe side, many consumers are inclined to
by djhworld 7y ago
> Higher prices are also a deterrent against hoarding, particularly in the days leading up to a disaster. To be on the safe side, many consumers are inclined to buy more than enough of whatever they think they'll need. The more expensive the propane is, the more is available for everyone else.
I think this makes sense.
It would definitely stop people like this guy [1] going out and cleaning all the local stores/rural stores and mom and pop outlets of cleaning supplies, then selling the stuff on for a huge profit...
[1] https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/14/technology/coronavirus-purell-wipes-amazon-sellers.html?utm_source=pocket&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=pockethits https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/14/technology/coronavirus-pu...
- sneak 7y agoIf the stores are underpricing, why shouldn’t people who are paying more attention reap those profits instead? Someone’s going to get it. I’d rather it go to those paying attention and willing to put in the work to get it to where it is most needed.