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Semiconductor Supply Chain Fears: Counting The Cost Of Taiwan's Earthquake
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - 2:55pm | 955When so much critical infrastructure is based in one place, the dangers of disruption to supply chains can run high. The market reaction to Taiwan’s powerful earthquake on Wednesday showed how companies in the semiconductor supply chain have been ready for this moment for years. The 7.4...
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Baltimore Port Shutdown Triggers Coal Price Hike: Energy Information Administration Warns Of Export Disruptions
Thursday, March 28, 2024 - 3:24pm | 676Coal prices have risen in the past couple of days since the Port of Baltimore was closed following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, cutting off many of the port’s facilities. The price of a ton of U.S. coal rose by 0.6% on Thursday to $113.25. Meanwhile, the Range Global Coal ETF...
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Federal Reserve's Policies, Not Supply Chain Improvements, Have Dampened Inflation, Says Think Tank
Sunday, January 7, 2024 - 11:27pm | 549The American Institute of Economic Research has attributed the recent easing in inflation to the monetary policies of the Federal Reserve rather than improvements in supply chains. What Happened: The American Institute of Economic Research report suggests that the Federal Reserve’s monetary...
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5 Factors Making Investing Today Completely Different Than It's Ever Been in Our Lifetime (And How To Adapt)
Monday, October 16, 2023 - 3:23pm | 1779The real estate industry has experienced unprecedented growth over the last few years, but now we’re facing a correction and all signs indicate it’s going to be brutal. This boom has been great for investors, but now the tides are turning. That doesn’t mean the opportunities...
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US-Made EVs And Their Battery Needs Are Taking Advantage Of An Unclogged Supply Chain And Government-Induced Onshoring
Wednesday, September 6, 2023 - 1:50pm | 561Giving credit for a positive economic development is sometimes just as tricky as placing blame for something negative. That's the case regarding an uptick in onshoring, which can be attributed to an unclogging of the supply chain mess that began during the pandemic, a resignation of trusting...
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UPS Workers' Strike Could Spell $7.1 Billion Disaster For US Economy — Consumers Can Expect Supply Chain Delays And Higher Shipping Costs
Saturday, July 29, 2023 - 6:02am | 713The U.S. is on the verge of facing significant challenges as negotiations between UPS workers and the parcel courier's management remain unresolved. If an agreement isn't reached, approximately 340,000 employees could go on strike next month, resulting in widespread consequences for the nation. The...
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Shengfeng Drives Into Investor Fast Lane With Big Post-IPO Gains
Friday, June 30, 2023 - 8:26am | 1299Key Takeaways: Shengfeng’s shares have risen sharply since their IPO, giving the company valuation ratios well ahead of its Chinese and global peers The company is the latest in a recent flurry of new listings by Chinese logistics providers, which may be attracting investors for their growth...
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Apple Stock Nears $3-Trillion Market Cap: Analyst Says The Street Underestimated Its Growth
Wednesday, June 28, 2023 - 10:17am | 534A well-known Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) analyst is sizing up the opportunity for the tech company as it nears a market capitalization of $3 trillion. The Apple Analyst: Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives has an Outperform rating on Apple with a $220 price target. Related Link: Apple Q2 Earnings...
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iPhone Exports From India Hit Record, Bolster Hopes Of China's Asian Rival In US Tech Supply Chain Race
Monday, June 19, 2023 - 3:17am | 749This story was first published on the Benzinga India Portal. In May, exports from India of Apple Inc's (NASDAQ: AAPL) iPhone hit a record INR 100 billion ($1.2 billion), pushing country’s the total smartphone exports to INR 120 billion ($1.46 billion). This growth in...
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3 Top Industrial Manufacturing Stocks To Buy On Improved Supply Chain
Monday, June 5, 2023 - 4:29pm | 1158A low-demand environment due to a slowdown in the manufacturing sector is weighing on the Zacks Manufacturing – General Industrial industry. However, improving supply chains and reduced delivery lead times bode well for the industry's growth. Focus on inorganic activities to expand...
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Truckers Testing Positive For Cannabis At Record Rates, 129,000 Prohibited, Exacerbating Supply Chain
Saturday, June 3, 2023 - 1:06pm | 421The number of truck drivers testing positive for marijuana use rose by 9.2% in the first quarter of 2023, with a significant portion of those who failed their tests not participating in the return-to-work program, according to data from the federal Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse reported...
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Government-Funded THC-Rich Cannabis Strains Debut In Argentina: Why This Could Shake Up Marijuana Markets
Monday, May 22, 2023 - 5:47pm | 671In a significant breakthrough for Argentina's cannabis industry, the main government agency for the development of science and technology, CONICET, has unveiled the first six proprietary varieties of medical cannabis, developed entirely with national resources. With private investments in...
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Walmart's Supply Chain Revolution: A Wake-Up Call For Target And TJ Maxx?
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 - 12:45pm | 414Retail behemoth Walmart Inc (NYSE: WMT) made waves at its two-day 2023 Investment Community meeting. The Bentonville, Arkansas-based company outlined its growth strategy, including plans for a next-generation supply chain, which suggests a shift in the retail landscape that others in the industry...
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MDMA News: Exclusive Supply Deal With Awakn Life Sciences & Canadian Company Expands Psychedelics Production
Thursday, March 2, 2023 - 3:50pm | 487PharmAla To Be Exclusive MDMA Supply Partner To Awakn Life Sciences Effective immediately, MDXX class molecules producer PharmAla Biotech Holdings Inc. will become the exclusive MDMA supplier to Awakn Life Sciences (OTCMKTS: AWKNF). “We’ve been working with the Awakn team...
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Latest Psychedelics Deals: Optimi Supplies Australia, Awakn Partners Licensing In California
Thursday, March 2, 2023 - 9:56am | 791Optimi Health Enters Australian Medical Psychedelics Market Via Mind Medicine Australia Health Canada-licensed psychedelics producer Optimi Health Corp. (OTCQX: OPTHF) has inked a long-term distribution agreement with non profit Mind Medicine Australia (MMA) for the supply of its proprietary MDMA...