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Why are prices going up?
While this campaign isn't directly about price rises, global events like extreme weather and cyber-attacks can disrupt supply chains, leading to higher costs for goods. If more people start buying specific items, demand could temporarily increase prices too. Being prepared might help you avoid panic buying when prices are highest.
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