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Supply chain analysis from EIU

Currently, global supply chains have major weaknesses. Breakdowns in supply chain logistics have created shortages and delays that have caused spikes in transportation costs and consumer prices. Trade tensions that are causing difficulty in supply chain management, particularly between the US and China, pre-date the pandemic and continued disruption looks likely.

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Our data and insights compare the costs of goods and services in countries and cities worldwide to forecast opportunities for growth in major global markets.

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EIU update: supply chain insights

The supply chain hub is regularly updated with our latest analysis. We cover the impact of supply chain shortages on the manufacturing, technology and e-commerce sectors. Our data and research provides details on how supply chain disruption is impacting regional markets and national economies. As well as offering mid-to-long term forecasts, our work also addresses current concerns as they unfold, including America’s reshoring efforts and supply chain impact on vaccine inequity. Read our updates for regular insights on the shifting state of markets, trade and global supply chains.

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Supply chain reports from EIU

Our reports on global supply chains are data-driven and written by expert forecasters, bringing much-needed clarity to a perplexing trade environment. Discover global and regional outlooks and country-specific insights. Our coverage provides informed perspectives on the world’s supply chains, including US-China trade relations, vaccine inequity and emerging opportunities for Latin American countries.

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RCEP set to strengthen Asian supply chains

In this featured article, The Economist Intelligence Unit looks at the impact the RCEP agreement will have on supply chains and trade volumes across the region. Our analysis also takes a look at when the agreement will actually become effective, with ratification challenges set to linger in some countries.

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Rising star: Vietnam’s role in Asia’s shifting supply chains

In this special report, The Economist Intelligence Unit takes an in-depth look at the strengths and weaknesses of Vietnam’s business environment, focusing on three key areas: labour, investment incentives and trade relations. We also benchmark the country’s business environment ranking against its regional counterparts, providing a realistic view of Vietnam as an investment destination.

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North American supply chains: will reshoring actually happen?

In this report, The Economist Intelligence Unit assesses the likelihood of a wholesale rerouting of US supply chains to North America. Even as the US, Mexico and Canada deepen their economic integration, we expect that businesses and investors will continue to favour the convenience, reliability and cost-effectiveness of Asia.

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