- Food shortages: Rationing was introduced in many countries, and people had to make do with less food.
- Fuel shortages: Oil and other fuels were in short supply, leading to restrictions on travel and transportation.
- Raw material shortages: Many raw materials, such as steel and rubber, were needed for the war effort, leading to shortages in industries that relied on these materials.
- Manpower shortages: Millions of men were called up to fight in the war, leaving a shortage of workers in factories and other industries.
- Housing shortages: Many homes were destroyed in the war, leaving people homeless or living in overcrowded conditions.