ASA Chief Economist Dr. Chris Kuehl is back with his weekly “Keeping it Real with Dr. Kuehl” economic update podcast. In Episode 38 (6:05 in length), Dr. Kuehl talks about the current raw material shortage and when supply will catch up with demand.

• When will the raw material shortage end?
• Why does this shortage seem so much worse than in previous years?
• Why hasn’t demand decreased despite rising costs and longer lead times?
• Has COVID changed consumer expectations?
• How will the recent COVID resurgence impact the situation?
• When will supply catch up with demand?