Nationwide egg shortage has shoppers turning to Facebook Marketplace

Published On Mar 3, 2025, 3:03 PM

A significant nationwide egg shortage has driven consumers to purchase eggs from local sellers on platforms like Facebook Marketplace. Retail egg prices are expected to rise over 40% in 2025 due to a series of bird flu outbreaks that have severely impacted egg production. To cope with the shortage, many individuals are raising their own chickens. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced a $1 billion strategy to combat avian influenza, which is expected to stabilize supply and prices in the long run. However, near-term prices are likely to remain high, with some stores limiting purchases to prevent stockpiling.

Stock Forecasts

CALM

Positive

Given the ongoing egg price increases and the supply chain issues due to bird flu, companies involved in poultry and egg production might see a rise in share value in the long term as prices stabilize and production resumes. However, in the short term, inflation and immediate supply issues might bring volatility. Investing in poultry-related companies could be beneficial, but be cautious of short-term fluctuations.

COST

Negative

Considering the high prices and demand for eggs, retail grocery chains could face pressure on margins if consumers continue to turn to alternatives, which might negatively impact their stock prices. However, chains like Walmart and Costco might weather the storm better due to their massive scale and variety of products offered, but could still face some setbacks in profit margins due to rising costs.

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