A strike by longshoremen from Maine to Texas appears increasingly likely, with the October 1 deadline for a deal fast approaching. Despite months of negotiations, no agreement is in sight. The potential strike could disrupt supply chains and have a significant economic impact, with daily strikes potentially costing billions of dollars. While the government has vowed to remain uninvolved in negotiations, the consequences of a prolonged strike could be severe.
As summer is in full-swing, planners and purchasing managers slowly start to turn their attention to fall and winter bids, requirements and budgets. The effects
The US economy, as dictated by quarterly GDP, rebounded by 3.0% for Q2, after a slight contraction in Q1. Inflation rose slightly in the past
Recent negotiations on tariffs and trade have impacted the outlook of the entire economies of both the US & Europe, with specific implications on the
TheChemCo · Episode 128: Summertime Business Update: Tariffs, Freight & Emergency Orders – July 2025 “The View from Jamestown” Chemical Podcast Hosted by The Chemical
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