Supply shortages in the holiday season - statistics & facts

Just as the 2021 holiday season approaches, and people are starting to get into the festive spirit, supply chain issues may play the role of the Grinch that stole Christmas. Shopping events such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday draw in huge numbers of shoppers looking for deals and searching for gifts for loved ones, relatives, and themselves. However, many consumers may find that they are faced with empty shelves, or big delays in shipping.
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Published by Statista Research Department, Dec 17, 2025

Key insights

  • U.S. retailers who are expecting significant shortages in the holiday season
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  • Global (ex. U.S) industrial production growth December 2025
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  • Number of supply chain disruptions
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