"One of the terms that eventually makes its appearance in a failing economy is “profiteer”. The further the Venezuelan economy fell the more Hugo Chavez and his successors engaged in fighting “profiteers”. ....."Venezuela, Argentina, .... the list will continue on and on.
“Horders” and “wreckers” to be denounced shortly.
This is why it is not a bad idea to “invest” in nonperishable goods. If you have the room, store some food; it’s good advice proffered by sources as varied as the Mormon Church, Mel Tappan and Andrew Tobias.