Most of the time, price #gougers are exceptional and can be dealt with case by case. But there are moments when #gouging becomes the rule. If basic costs spike, as they did in 2021-2022, business plans are disrupted. Uncertainty and fear take hold. Some businesses will react by raising their margins — because they can, without sticking out.
@IsabellaMWeber and James K. Galbraith @GlobeOpinion https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/08/22/opinion/kamala-harris-economy-price-gouging/
