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Michael Okrent, Part-Time Faculty in Project Management, Colorado State University Global

Butter, garage doors and SUVs: Why shortages remain common 2½ years into the pandemic

A frequent sight during the pandemic. Diana Haronis/Moment

Shortages of basic goods still plague the U.S. economy – 2½ years after the pandemic’s onset turned global supply chains upside down.

Want a new car? You may have to wait as long as six months, depending on the model you order. Looking for a spicy condiment? Supplies of Sriracha hot sauce have been running dangerously low. And if you feed your cat or dog dry pet food, expect empty shelves or elevated prices.

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