If you zoom out and look at the aggregate widget contribution to the GDP (price * # sold), it is likely that the effect is either much reduced or goes away enti

If you zoom out and look at the aggregate widget contribution to the GDP (price * # sold), it is likely that the effect is either much reduced or goes away entirely. Fewer people will buy for $100, depending on price elasticity on demand the GDP number may in fact end up accurately reflecting that something shitty took place.