Articles by tag: supply-chain

G20 trade growth of 5.3%: hidden fragility of the global economy

We analyze OECD data: why G20 export growth is an illusion caused by panic and inventory effect. Forecasts and risks for business. Read more.

Sulfuric Acid Shortage: Hormuz Blockade

Global sulfuric acid shortage due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threatens fertilizer and metal production. Learn the causes of the crisis and price forecasts.

Iran war impact on medicine prices globally

The US-Israel war with Iran is disrupting supply chains, driving up prices of paracetamol and other drugs. Find out how your region is affected.

War in Ukraine and toilet paper: how shelling affects prices

Rocket attacks damaged Europe's largest toilet paper manufacturing plant. Find out how this will affect prices and product shortages in your city.

Ukrainian Trucks and Your Prices: How the War Affects You

Why Truck Statistics in Ukraine Matter for Global Food Prices? We Explain How the War Changes Logistics and What It Means for Your Wallet.

Oil and gas prices: how diplomacy changes markets

We analyze why oil is getting cheaper, how pipeline repairs affect Europe, and why prices for goods are rising. Read a simple breakdown of global trends.

Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz: why oil prices are rising

The seizure of a US vessel has halted tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. We analyze how the crisis affects oil prices and the cost of goods for ordinary consumers.

Schemes with humanitarian aid: impact on markets

Analysis of the scheme for importing cars under the guise of aid. How customs loopholes affect logistics, donor trust, and prices for ordinary people.

Europe Jet Fuel Shortage Could Cancel Summer Flights

A Middle East war blocks oil shipments, risking Europe's jet fuel supply. Learn how this could ground flights during peak summer travel season.

Middle East war shuts down India's ceramic factories

How a conflict far away stopped gas supplies, idled a major industry, and forced thousands of migrant workers to return home. See the global connections.

Conflict in the Persian Gulf caused an energy crisis in Pakistan

How the blockade of gas supplies from Qatar cut off electricity in Pakistan and revealed the vulnerability of the global energy system. Discover global interconnections.

Australian refinery fire strains global fuel supply

A fire at a major Australian oil refinery threatens fuel supplies, adding to global energy market pressures. Learn how this could affect prices.

War in Iran caused increase in condom prices

How the conflict in Iran disrupted global logistics and led to price increases for condoms from the leading manufacturer. Learn the mechanism of impact.

Attack on the Tuapse Port and Global Trade Flows

How strikes on oil terminals in Russia are changing ship movements and affecting global trade and prices. Learn about the economic consequences.

Global Food Prices Rise as Key Shipping Route Blocked

Learn why a closed Middle East shipping lane is driving up fertilizer and fuel costs, and how this delay will soon affect global food prices and security.