manufacturing trends

PMI Report 2025

Riding the Wave of Change As we progress into 2025, the global manufacturing sector stands at a fascinating crossroads—defined by a mix of cautious optimism and ongoing challenges. The latest findings from the J.P. Morgan Global Manufacturing PMI, which surged to 50.6 in February, reveal a promising uptick in production and new orders. This resurgence […]

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Supply Chain Consulting

Global Consumers Are Changing Their Spending Habits

Inflation and High Interest Rates in 2024: How Global Consumers Are Changing Their Spending Habits In 2024, global consumers are contending with extended economic pressures stemming from high inflation, rising interest rates, economic stagnation, and increasing unemployment across major regions, including North America, Europe, China, Japan, and Latin America. This article compares consumer behavior trends

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U.S. Port Strike: Unraveling Supply Chains, Inflation, and Economic Stability

The U.S. Port Strike and Hurricane Helena: A Perfect Storm Disrupting Supply Chains The U.S. economy is facing an unprecedented crisis as a nationwide port strike and the devastation caused by Hurricane Helena converge, creating significant supply chain disruptions that are rippling across industries. With over 45,000 dockworkers halting operations at key East and Gulf

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