profiteer
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/ˌprɑːfɪˈtɪr/
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/ˌprɒfɪˈtɪə(r)/
A person who makes a large amount of money by charging very high prices for goods or services, especially during a time of crisis or shortage.
The profiteer hoarded medical supplies to sell at inflated prices during the pandemic.
投机者在疫情期间囤积医疗用品以高价出售。