panic buying

noun

Meaning

The buying of commodities or other assets earlier than normal, or in quantities greater than normal, because of rumours of coming shortages or price rises.

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Related words

panic(English)overtrading(English)front running(English)impulse buying(English)panic selling(English)speculation(English)buyup(English)bottom fishing(English)

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