Why Do Prices Sometimes Just... Explode?

Examples

1. You want the last slice of pizza at the party, so you pay double what it normally costs.
2. All your classmates want to buy the same game at the store, and they raise the price.
3. Your favorite candy goes from $2 a bag to $5 overnight.

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See also

• Why do prices for common goods and services fluctuate over time?
• Why Do Inflation Rates Go Up When Everyone Is Paying More?
• Why Do Prices Go Up During a Crisis?
• Why Do Prices Go Up So Sudden?
• Why Do Prices Go Up So Much During Recessions?

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