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A logistical nightmare is threatening your holiday turkeys, toys, travel plans, and more
A logistical nightmare is threatening your holiday turkeys, toys, travel plans, and more
Grace KayOct 22, 2021, 18:22 IST
Toys and Thanksgiving turkeys could be harder to find this holiday season.Getty
The supply chain has been in chaos since the pandemic started, causing shortages and price hikes.
The logistics industry has been struggling to meet demand, which will rise ahead of the holidays.
Everywhere you look, there seems to be a new shortage popping up.
Major supply-chain disruptions have coincided with a boom in consumer demand, which has caused mass shortages and price hikes. Experts warn this holiday shopping season will look different than any other, as retailers struggle to stock goods in time for the holiday season and travel companies combat a labor shortage.
From shortages of popular holiday gifts to travel cancellations, here are some of the biggest supply-chain snags you should factor into your holiday plans this year.
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Christmas trees
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Thanksgiving turkeys
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Cars
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Electronics
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Toys
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Clothing
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Rental cars
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Airplane tickets
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Gas
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