Port workers strike could cause shortages and price bumps for bananas, cars, and alcohol

Published September 30, 2024 1:16pm ET



A looming port strike could have disastrous effects on the supply chain, raising prices on a slew of products.

The International Longshoremen’s Association and United States Maritime Alliance announced that their 45,000 port workers, who cover 36 ports along the East and Gulf coasts, would go on strike on Oct. 1. The strike could hurt supply lines and send prices skyrocketing ahead of the holidays.

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