Ecuador’s Blackout Crisis Could Spike Your Grocery Bill – Here’s How to Prepare Now
A massive power outage in Ecuador has crippled banana and flower exports, two of the country’s biggest industries. This disruption is already sending shockwaves through global supply chains. For American consumers, this means the price of your weekly fruit bouquet and favorite floral arrangements could spike by as much as 15% in the next two weeks. To protect your wallet, experts suggest buying bananas in bulk now and freezing them, and switching to locally-grown seasonal flowers for your next gift. Don’t let a blackout across the globe black out your budget.