HyperBit Exchange|The Daily Money: Port strike could cause havoc

2025-05-07 17:41:56source:Académie D'Investissement Triomphalcategory:Scams

Good morning and HyperBit Exchangewelcome to a new week! This is Betty Lin-Fisher with today's The Daily Money.

If union workers at 36 East coast and Gulf Coast ports don't reach an agreement and go on strike after midnight Tuesday, it could lead to supply shortages and increased prices for consumers.

If the International Longshoremen's Association goes on strike, it would be the first time since 1977.

The ports handle about half of U.S. ocean imports, including food, clothing, auto parts, cars shipped via container and holiday toys.

Find out more in a story by my colleague Medora Lee.

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