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Rental car prices being slightly higher due to supply shortages doesn't make the economy seem fragile. In fact, if that's one of the worst after effects of a gl
by drstewart 5y ago
Rental car prices being slightly higher due to supply shortages doesn't make the economy seem fragile. In fact, if that's one of the worst after effects of a global pandemic, I'd call it extremely robust.
- skybrian 5y agoIt’s not the worst shortage. It’s a fairly high-profile example, but there are a wide variety of shortages. I think it’s fair to say that a lot of consumers aren’t much affected by them. Many businesses are scrambling, though.
- spookthesunset 5y ago> I think it’s fair to say that a lot of consumers aren’t much affected by them. Not directly but indirectly through higher prices on just about everything. Plus ever had your dishwasher break? Good luck getting parts… that stuff is in super short supply right now and that is just one instance. Think about elevators, MRI machines, you name it… The supply chain runs deep.
- skybrian 5y agoYes, it's all hiding just under the surface. If your dishwasher didn't break, you don't notice. Similarly, most of the time, most people don't need a rental car, but the price of car rentals suddenly becomes more relevant if your car is in the shop for repairs.