Basic economics teaches us that as prices go up due to increased demand, more manufacturers will enter production as they see the opportunity to make money. If we limit pricing too much as demand increases we will have empty shelves. There will be no incentive for new producers to enter the marker. There have been many stories of new and different companies entering the hand sanitizer market. But it does take time for the increased supply to reach our stores.
I do appreciate retailers that limit purchasing to prevent hoarding during unusual times. The shelves may empty quickly but at least many people have the opportunity to buy a highly desired item such as hand sanitizer.
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