Australian homebuilders face capacity constraints and rising costs

May 25, 2022

By James Glynn SYDNEY - Australia's homebuilding boom is expected to continue for some time, even as construction companies operate at full capacity and battle supply constraints to complete an unu...

Applied Materials sniffs across the board on earnings, shares tumble

Frederick Valdez

May 19, 2022

Supply Constraints

Shares of Applied Materials Inc. fell in Thursday's extended session after the semiconductor manufacturing equipment maker missed its earnings, revenue and guidance and pointed to ongoing...

Export trajectory is key for Bharat Forge

Frederick Valdez

May 17, 2022

Supply Constraints

Shares of Bharat Forge Ltd are up nearly 8% in the past two days on NSE. The company ended FY22 with a decent performance in the March quarter (Q4FY22). Commentary on the trade ou...

Inflation meets a possible peak | WGNO.com

Frederick Valdez

May 15, 2022

Supply Constraints

(The hill) - Inflation may have finally peaked after more than a year of supply chain issues, labor shortages and a flood of stimulus that drove prices up . But the descent from the highest levels of...

Strong recovery in the face of growing uncertainty

Frederick Valdez

May 14, 2022

Supply Constraints

Here is the official summary of the IMF's press release on its review of the New Zealand economy. IMF Executive Board Concludes 2022 Article IV Consultation with New Zealand FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington...

‘No options are on the table’ when reviewing windfall tax on oil and gas companies, says Rishi Sunak | Economic news

Frederick Valdez

May 12, 2022

Supply Constraints

There are mixed messages from the government on the possibility of a windfall tax on oil and gas companies as the cost of living crisis continues to ravage the economy.Speaking earlier on Thursday...

Sales of Kellogg snacks are growing rapidly

Frederick Valdez

May 10, 2022

Supply Constraints

BATTLE CREEK, MICH. -- Showy growth numbers from many snack brands helped Kellogg Co. generate better-than-expected financial results in its first quarter ended April 2. strike and fire of the year faster tha...

Shortage of infant formula worsens

Frederick Valdez

May 8, 2022

Supply Constraints

The stock-out rate for infant formula hovered between 2% and 8% in the first half of 2021, but began to rise sharply last July. Between November 2021 and early April 2022, the stock-out rate jumped to 31%, dat...

Newell Brands Announces Appointment of Chris Peterson, Chief Financial Officer, President and Chief Financial Officer

Frederick Valdez

May 5, 2022

Supply Constraints

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Newell Brands Inc. (NASDAQ: NWL) today announced that Chris Peterson, Chief Financial Officer and President of Business Operations, has been named President and Chief Financia...

The smartphone market suffers another decline in the first quarter, Access Evolution

Frederick Valdez

May 3, 2022

Supply Constraints

Global smartphone shipments fell for the third consecutive quarter in the first three months of 2022 due to the impact of geopolitical, macroeconomic and pandemic-related trends, according to industry research ...

Supply chain issues dampen demand for new Fords in first quarter

Frederick Valdez

April 30, 2022

Supply Constraints

Ford Motor Company said strong customer demand for its new vehicle lineup in the first quarter of 2022 was tempered by ongoing supply chain issues that reduced the speed at which the company co...

These 3 catalysts make Schlumberger a good stock to buy and hold (NYSE:SLB)

Frederick Valdez

April 27, 2022

Supply Constraints

bjdlzx/E+ via Getty ImagesIn a bear market environment where all three major benchmarks are in negative single-digit and double-digit territory so far this year, Schlumberger Limited (NYSE: SLB) is one of t...

TKH N: Q1 Market Update

Frederick Valdez

April 25, 2022

Supply Constraints

Today, TKH Group NV (TKH), a leading technology company focused on advanced innovative technology systems in high growth markets, releases its Q1 2022 Market Update. ...

Would reducing gas exports to the United States lower prices in the country?

Frederick Valdez

April 21, 2022

Supply Constraints

Earlier this week, US natural gas prices hit just over $8 per million British thermal units, their highest level since 2008, at the time of the shale boom. That price was down a bit o...

UPDATE 1-Japan posts wider-than-expected trade gap as energy imports rise

Frederick Valdez

April 20, 2022

Supply Constraints

(Adds details on China, shipments to USA, imports)* March exports rise slower than expected year-over-year* Imports gain more than expected year-over-year* March trade deficit 412.4 billion yenTOKYO, April 20 (...

Self-repair programs are not a victory for the right to repair

Frederick Valdez

April 17, 2022

Supply Constraints

Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Samsung and Google grabbed headlines last week after announcing they would follow Apple's lead with their own self-repair programs and sell smartphone components directly to en...

At 7.5%, India’s steel demand in 2022 will be the highest among major consumers

Frederick Valdez

April 15, 2022

Supply Constraints

Boosted by rising infrastructure spending and the gradual revival of the automotive sector, steel demand growth in India will be the highest in 2022 at 7.5% among major consuming countries, including China and ...

Resins Report: Robust Demand Meets Supply Constraints

Frederick Valdez

April 12, 2022

Supply Constraints

The mood in spot resin trading last week was . . . noisy. At the PlasticsExchange trading desk, the first full week of April was the busiest ...

Laptop shipments expected to rise

Frederick Valdez

April 10, 2022

Supply Constraints

LOW VISIBILITY: Worries over the effects of rising inflation, lockdowns in China and Russia...

Walgreens starts RATIONING baby formula as supply chain crisis hits new parents

Frederick Valdez

April 8, 2022

Supply Constraints

A nationwide shortage of infant formula caused by pandemic-related supply chain issues has forced U.S. retailers such as Walgreens to ration the most important product.The company – the second-largest drugstore...

Churchill County Legal – 23048

Frederick Valdez

April 7, 2022

Supply Constraints

BEFORE THE NEVADA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION NOTICE OF JOINT APPLICATION AND PRE-HEARING CONFERENCE On March 18, 2022, Nevada Power Company d/b/a NV Energy (“NPC”) and Sierra Pacific Power Company d/b/a ...

BYD CO LTD H SHS (BYDDF), (LI) – This Warren Buffett-backed Chinese electric vehicle maker outperforms peers Nio, XPeng and Li Auto again in March; Pull the plug on fuel vehicles

Frederick Valdez

April 3, 2022

Supply Constraints

Chinese car manufacturer BYD Company Limited (OTC: BYDDF) reported strong sales of new energy vehicles - a term used in China to refer to both battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids - f...

Power regulator caps spot electricity price at Rs 12/unit

Frederick Valdez

April 2, 2022

Supply Constraints

The electricity regulator, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, has revised the maximum electricity price on power exchanges to Rs 12 per unit from Rs 20 per unit, bearing in mind desperate purchases ...

Business travel is improving and expected to fully recover in the new fiscal year

Frederick Valdez

March 31, 2022

Supply Constraints

NEW DELHI : As domestic business travel picks up momentum in March, Indian hotels and tour operators are hoping to see growth in the first and second quarters of the coming fiscal year....

How to get a car offer in this market

Frederick Valdez

March 28, 2022

Supply Constraints

Matt Degen is an editor at Kelley Blue Book, a website that helps consumers find and buy used and new vehicles.Global supply chain issues have reduced the inventory of new vehicles, leading to long waits to buy...

Barry FitzGerald: No gas, no smelter. These ASX Zinc Stocks Suddenly Look Cheap and Sexy

Frederick Valdez

March 26, 2022

Supply Constraints

Zinc is starting to look decidedly sexy. The price of one of the most overlooked key metals built on the dizzying gains of the past few years to sit at US$1.87/lb...

Stock Nucor: Will have a very strong 2022 (NYSE: NUE)

Frederick Valdez

March 24, 2022

Supply Constraints

yongyuan/E+ via Getty Images Investment thesis Nucor (NYSE: NUDE) manufactures and sells steel products. The infrastructure spending bill is expected to result in an additional steel demand of 4-6 million to...

Nvidia unveils new technology to accelerate AI and launches a new supercomputer

Frederick Valdez

March 22, 2022

Supply Constraints

Nvidia's new Grace CPU chip unveiled at the chipmaker's AI Developer Conference can be seen in this undated image obtained by Reuters. Nvidia/Handout via REUTERS Join now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters....

Board expects pressure to continue as second quarter results are released

Frederick Valdez

March 20, 2022

Supply Constraints

Auckland Council's second quarter results confirm the continued impact of the pandemic and adverse economic factors. Councilor Desley Simpson, chair of the council'...

Hinchey and Cahill back state funding to pay overdue utility bills – Daily Freeman

Frederick Valdez

March 17, 2022

Supply Constraints

KINGSTON, NY - Two Ulster County state political leaders strongly support allowing taxpayers' money to help pay bills for overdue utility customers. Senator Michelle Hinchey; D-Saugerties and Assemblyman Kevin...

iPad Air 5 may have M1, not A16 Bionic due to supply issues

Frederick Valdez

March 15, 2022

Supply Constraints

Apple has taken a huge leap from using its A-series chipsets on the iPad Air line to incorporating the M1 in the latest iteration, the same silicon that powers the iPad Pro and a host of Mac prod...

Easing of covid restrictions leads to surge in private sector activity

Frederick Valdez

March 14, 2022

Supply Constraints

With Omicron's wave of COVID infections waning and virus containment measures reduced, February saw a sharp and accelerating increase in business activity in the North West. According to the la...

Residential electricity prices will drop 46% in the region, says Central Hudson – Daily Freeman

Frederick Valdez

March 11, 2022

Supply Constraints

KINGSTON, NY – Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. said residential electricity prices beginning Friday in the Mid-Hudson region will be 46% lower per kilowatt hour than the previous month. "Continued volatili...

US inflation hits new 40-year high of 7.9%; Abramovich sanctioned by UK – as it happened | Business

Frederick Valdez

March 10, 2022

Supply Constraints

Hello and welcome to our ongoing coverage of the global economy, financial markets, eurozone and business. The International Monetary Fund's board approved $1.4 billion in emergency funding for Ukraine an...

How high will gasoline prices go? Texas could see $5 in global crisis

Frederick Valdez

March 8, 2022

Supply Constraints

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Prices of wheat products are currently stable, according to the association

Frederick Valdez

March 7, 2022

Supply Constraints

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesian Association of Retailers (Aprindo) Chairman Roy N. Mandey announced on Sunday that the prices of wheat-Oil-based processed foods and beverages will remain stable until next...

Labor supply constraints are evident as the pace of tech hiring eases, according to CompTIA analysis of Monthly Jobs Report results

Frederick Valdez

March 4, 2022

Supply Constraints

“Employers want to hire more tech workers, but can only do so when there are workers to hire.” Tweet that Technology occupations across the economy increased by 1,000 positions.1 Positive gains have occurr...

Component shortage will disrupt smartphone sales in 2022: Gartner

Frederick Valdez

March 2, 2022

Supply Constraints

Component shortages, production disruptions and low inventory availability are expected to continue to disrupt global smartphone sales in 2022.According to Gartner, smartphone sales rebounded...

India installed 10 GW of solar power in 2021 – pv magazine International

Frederick Valdez

March 1, 2022

Supply Constraints

India recorded its highest ever annual solar capacity additions in 2021, despite continued rising component costs. March 1, 2022 Uma Gupta From pv magazine indiaIndia added 10 GW of new solar capacity in 2021, ...

Underutilized government land contributes to Perth’s land supply

Frederick Valdez

February 27, 2022

Supply Constraints

I have warned that Western Australia is facing an impending housing supply shortage several times in this column over the past two years.Perth's housing market is booming thanks to government stimulus measures ...

Why Rivian Stock fell today

Frederick Valdez

February 25, 2022

Supply Constraints

What happened Rivian Automotive ( RIVN -0.35% ) the stock fell Friday morning, losing nearly 4.6% in the first hour of trading before gaining ground. Electric vehicle (EV) stock was...

Russia’s move on Ukraine could affect US farmers, Nebraska experts say | Omaha State and Regional News

Frederick Valdez

February 23, 2022

Supply Constraints

Nebraska agricultural experts are closely monitoring the situation in Ukraine and its possible effects on commodity prices and production.A Russian invasion and blockade of Ukraine could jeopar...

Eurozone growth jumps as pandemic restrictions ease

Frederick Valdez

February 22, 2022

Supply Constraints

BRUSSELS Economic growth in the eurozone jumped sharply in February as coronavirus restrictions eased, a key survey showed yesterday.class="cf"> Growth accelerated to a five-month h...

Deere raises outlook as agricultural boom fuels machine demand | Business

Frederick Valdez

February 20, 2022

Supply Constraints

Deere & Co. reported better-than-expected earnings and raised its outlook for ...

US increases vaccine aid to 11 African countries

Frederick Valdez

February 18, 2022

Supply Constraints

The United States will increase coronavirus vaccine assistance to 11 African countries, officials said Thursday, in an effort to prevent future variants and bolster inoculation efforts in the least vaccinated c...

Socket Mobile Reports Strong Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results

Frederick Valdez

February 16, 2022

Supply Constraints

NEWARK, Calif., February 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Socket Mobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCKT), a leading provider of data capture and delivery solutions for enhanced workplace productivity, today announced strong finan...

3 top tech stocks to buy in February

Frederick Valdez

February 13, 2022

Supply Constraints

Tech stocks have rebounded lately, but certainly not to where they were at the start of January. Amid the rout, some high-quality tech names have now been completely di...

A new monoclonal expands the arsenal of options against Omicron and its sister

Frederick Valdez

February 11, 2022

Supply Constraints

JThe Food and Drug Administration on Friday authorized another Covid-19 monoclonal antibody treatment, which will expand the offering of those treatments that work against the Omicron variant and its sister v...

DigiTimes: Entry-Level MacBook Pro M2 Expected to Launch in Early March

Frederick Valdez

February 8, 2022

Supply Constraints

The weekend, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said Apple was planning a new entry-level MacBook Pro M2 for some time this year. Now, industry sources within a supply chain believe the company will launch this ne...

Market Update 01/31/22 – The Ticker

Frederick Valdez

February 5, 2022

Supply Constraints

Anticipated interest rate hikes and geopolitical uncertainty reflect the choppy week that US equities experienced from January 25-31. Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell spoke at the Federal Open Markets Com...

Axalta publishes its fourth quarter and full year 2021 results

Frederick Valdez

February 1, 2022

Supply Constraints

Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2021.Full-year 2021 net sales were $4,416.2 million, an 18.2% year-over-yea...

Tech giants hint at continued supply chain disruptions

Frederick Valdez

January 30, 2022

Supply Constraints

//php echo do_shortcode('') ?> Tech giants Apple, Samsung and Intel reported record earnings last week. Other companies, such as Lam Research, weren't so lucky, reporting lower-tha...

Tablet sales fell 25% in Q4 2021

Frederick Valdez

January 28, 2022

Supply Constraints

BOSTON—While supply constraints dented tablet sales in the fourth quarter of 2021, sending shipments down 25%, new data from Strategy Analytics shows that some players have done better than others. Microsoft, ...

Grocery stores continue to feel the stress of supply chain issues

Frederick Valdez

January 25, 2022

Supply Constraints

RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Over the past few weeks, shoppers may have noticed empty shelves or grocery stores limiting the quantity of an item they can purchase.As customers shopped at a Food Lion in Richmond on Tu...

UK stock market factors to watch on January 24

Frederick Valdez

January 24, 2022

Supply Constraints

Jan 24 (Reuters) - Britain's FTSE 100 index (.FTSE) is expected to open down 22 points to 7,472 on Monday, according to financial bookmakers.* M&C SAATCHI: AdvancedAdvT (ADVT.L) said on Monday that the board of...

This feeling of being ripped off

Frederick Valdez

January 22, 2022

Supply Constraints

Blackrock has released its latest macroeconomic outlook note and makes a compelling case: Inflation is largely driven by supply shocks, not fiscal policy, and raising rates is n...

The Nasdaq falls, inflation in Japan, oil prices

Frederick Valdez

January 20, 2022

Supply Constraints

SINGAPORE — Asia-Pacific markets fell on Friday, following declines on Wall Street overnight. Meanwhile, oil prices slipped overnight from their 2014 highs earlier in the week.Japan's Nikkei 225 fell 2% in ear...

NRF: Holiday sales increased by 14.1% compared to 2020

Frederick Valdez

January 18, 2022

Supply Constraints

As predicted by economists, consumers spent big during the 2021 holiday season with retail sales up 14.1% year-over-year. Growth exceeded the 10.5% estimate made in October by the National Retail Federatio...

Gold Wars: The Revenge of Supply and Inflation

Frederick Valdez

January 15, 2022

Supply Constraints

(MENAFN- Sunshine Profits) Inflation! The Republic crumbles under the attacks of the ruthless Supply Lord, Count Shortage. Expensiveness is everywhere. Will gold save t...

The Omicron wave will fuel inflation

Frederick Valdez

January 14, 2022

Supply Constraints

Local inflation data due out on January 25 for the December quarter will provide further evidence of the extent of price pressures in the economy.Bank of Queensland chief economist Peter Munckton said local dat...

Latest news on Covid testing, vaccines and Omicron: live updates

Frederick Valdez

January 12, 2022

Supply Constraints

VideotranscriptionReturntranscriptionFauci and Walensky back CDC's new Covid-19 guidelinesWhite House Covid-19 adviser Dr Anthony S. Fauci and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director Dr Rochelle Wal...

Bragar Eagel & Squire, PC Reminds Investors Class Actions Have Been Filed … | Your money

Frederick Valdez

January 10, 2022

Supply Constraints

NEW YORK, Jan. 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Bragar Eagel & Squire, PC, a n...

COVID treatment shortage means supplies won’t arrive in time for soaring

Frederick Valdez

January 8, 2022

Supply Constraints

Two newly authorized COVID antiviral pills began arriving at a small number of Bay Area medical centers and pharmacies this week. But the supply is so meager that drugs are unlikely to have a major impact in ...

Oil climbs as supply constraints thwart Omicron concerns

Frederick Valdez

January 6, 2022

Supply Constraints

(Bloomberg) - Oil has peaked in seven weeks, with OPEC + supply constraints to North America offsetting concerns about the impact of a severe Covid-19 outbreak in China.Bloomberg's Most ReadFutures rose 1.8% t...

American Honda claims solid finish in 2021 despite supply issues

Frederick Valdez

January 4, 2022

Supply Constraints

January 4, 2022 U.S. Honda nears 1.5 million sales despite serious supply issues in 2sd half of 2021 Honda light truck sales set new record exceeding 800,000 units ...

Treasury bill rates, bonds can go down

Frederick Valdez

January 2, 2022

Supply Constraints

NB FILE PHOTO RATES on government bonds offered this week could decline following rejection of T-bond auctions last month and amid inflation concerns. The Treasury Office (BTr) will au...

LNG and Coal Lead to 2021 Raw Materials Recovery as Markets Consider Next Step of COVID-19 | The powerful 790 KFGO

Frederick Valdez

December 31, 2021

Supply Constraints

By Naveen Thukral and Florence TanSINGAPORE (Reuters) - Agricultural commodity energy and metals prices rebounded strongly in 2021, with electric fuels leading the rally, driven by tight supplies and a strong...

Fundamental oil forecast for the first quarter of 2022: crude to avoid the bear market …

Frederick Valdez

December 30, 2021

Supply Constraints

(MENAFN - DailyFX) The price of oil could face a bear market in the first quarter of 2022, as it drops nearly 20% from the 2021 high ($ 85.41). At the same time, expe...

Conditional gas supply to the textile sector approved – Journal

Frederick Valdez

December 28, 2021

Supply Constraints

ISLAMABAD: After a month-long standoff, the government agreed on Monday to provide 50% gas to textile manufacturers for cogeneration to the extent possible, on condition that they waive their suspension orders...

Despite supply and omicron issues, holiday sales increase 8.5%

Frederick Valdez

December 26, 2021

Supply Constraints

Holiday sales grew at the fastest pace in 17 years, even as shoppers grapple with higher prices, product shortages and a new COVID-19 variant raging in the final weeks of the season , according to a measure of...

Testing lockdowns could hamper Biden’s multibillion dollar bet on Covid pills

Frederick Valdez

December 24, 2021

Supply Constraints

WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden's plan to spend more than $ 7 billion on new antiviral pills to treat Covid as a key tool in the fight against the pandemic could be complicated by a testing crisis.The pills, ...

Best Buy Xbox Series X restock sells out in moments

Frederick Valdez

December 22, 2021

Supply Constraints

A new Xbox Series X restock took place this afternoon at the Best Buy storefront. In recent months, the Xbox Series X has arguably been the most difficult next-gen console for customers to buy, in large part ...

2022: Many challenges on the horizon, but some more optimistic than others

Frederick Valdez

December 21, 2021

Supply Constraints

It was encouraging last week to see U.S. investment bank JP Morgan predict that 2022 will mark the end of the coronavirus pandemic and see a full global...

Gold and silver takeoff … uh, no …

Frederick Valdez

December 19, 2021

Supply Constraints

But since gold is never really meant to stray too far from the 1780s, let alone silver is allowed to do anything material but decline, both precious metals have made gains. immaterial weeklies. Gold stood yes...

Georgian economy on track to “return to normal”

Frederick Valdez

December 17, 2021

Supply Constraints

Georgia's economy is on track to surpass its pre-pandemic peak and fully recover by the end of 2022, recover faster than the national economy. "I am pleased to announce that by the end of 2022 Georgia's eco...

Affordability the victim amid rising global property prices

Frederick Valdez

December 16, 2021

Supply Constraints

Estate agents' sale and rental signs are seen attached to railings outside an apartment building in south London, Britain September 23, 2021. REUTERS / Hannah McKayRegister now for FREE and unlimited access to...

“There is a significant movement in all segments towards gasoline, whether sedans, sedans, even in the SUV segment,” says Ashish Gupta at the launch of the Volkswagen Tiguan 2021.

Frederick Valdez

December 14, 2021

Supply Constraints

The Volkswagen Tiguan has just made its comeback in an all-gasoline avatar, and it's VW's flagship offering in India. Unlike the previous generation model which was introduced as a CBU, the new Tiguan is asse...

Speedbreaker: Semiconductor issues continue to hurt but supply constraints are easing, Hyundai says | Morung Express

Frederick Valdez

December 11, 2021

Supply Constraints

Photo Courtesy: IANS News New Delhi, December 11 (IANS): Slow easing of constraints on the supply side of semiconductors along with stab...

Wall St rises as inflation data meets estimates

Frederick Valdez

December 10, 2021

Supply Constraints

In the United States, consumer prices rise again in NovemberOracle leaps on bullish quarterly results and outlookRising indices: Dow 0.19%, S&P 0.52%, Nasdaq 0.30%December 10 (Reuters) - U.S. stock indexes...

Covid Live: WHO Says Boosters “May Exacerbate” Vaccine Inequality; British Prime Minister accused of undermining fight against virus | World news

Frederick Valdez

December 9, 2021

Supply Constraints

A parliamentary committee on Thursday asked the Danish prime minister about his government's illegal decision last year to slaughter all farmed mink nationwide over fears of a new variant of the coronavir...

Helmerich & Payne Stock a bet? – Trefis

Frederick Valdez

December 7, 2021

Supply Constraints

Actions of Helmerich & Payne (NYSE: HP) fell nearly 38%, enough in line with the monumental drop in benchmark oil prices amid concerns over another infectious wave of the coronaviru...

Focus on infrastructure spending will continue in budget 2022, says Sitharaman at HTLS summit

Frederick Valdez

December 4, 2021

Supply Constraints

In a conversation with Hindustan Times Editor-in-Chief R Sukumar at Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2021 today, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman discusses today's most relevant economi...

Do the LAST KILOMETER – IMF F&D

Frederick Valdez

December 2, 2021

Supply Constraints

Download PDF Improving logistics in sub-Saharan Africa could be key to successful vaccine delivery Sub-Saharan Africa still has too few vaccines for too few people. P...

GLOBAL ECONOMY – Asian factories get rid of supply problems, but Omicron presents new risks

Frederick Valdez

December 1, 2021

Supply Constraints

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Get £ 25 Off Xbox Series S With This Quick Cyber Monday Tip

Frederick Valdez

November 29, 2021

Supply Constraints

The Xbox Series S was successful until Black Friday, surpassing sales of the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, according to recent reports. That's no surprise, with Microsoft's Â£ 250 console offer...

Base metals dip, gold wins on virus fears

Frederick Valdez

November 27, 2021

Supply Constraints

Industrial metals plunged and gold rallied as the emergence of a rapidly spreading, highly mutated strain of SARS-CoV-2 spark...

‘Wake up’: markets ask central banks to keep inflation under control | Inflation

Frederick Valdez

November 26, 2021

Supply Constraints

FFinancial markets fear that the world's major central banks risk an 'economic catastrophe' by misjudging the threat of rising inflation and failing to turn off the stimulus taps that have flooded the global e...

US jobless claims drop to lowest since 1969 as US economy grows 2.1% – business live | Business

Frederick Valdez

November 24, 2021

Supply Constraints

Demand for goods continues to rise rapidly, forcing manufacturers to struggle to keep pace. True, the total order balance overstates how much demand increased in November, as it is not seasonally adjusted ...

Governor Lee Launches “Operation Open Road” to Tackle Holiday Supply Chain Problems

Frederick Valdez

November 22, 2021

Supply Constraints

NASHVILLE, Tennessee. - Today Tennessee Governor and Chairman of the Republican Governors' Public Policy Committee Bill Lee launched "Operation Open Road," calling on the Biden administration to ...

Northwestern ports face pandemic

Frederick Valdez

November 21, 2021

Supply Constraints

November 21, 2021 Shipping containers were stacked at Terminal 46 in Seattle as the container ship CMA CGM Gemini waited nearby. Photo by Kirk Moore. A year after struggling to avoid collapse, the ports ...

Michigan economy is recovering but inflation, supply pressures on

Frederick Valdez

November 19, 2021

Supply Constraints

Michigan's economy is recovering from the pandemic-induced recession at a faster rate than previous downturns, but a surge in inflation and supply chain difficulties have soured perceptio...

US To Boost Vaccine Manufacturing, Produce At Least One Billion Doses Per Year | Biden administration

Frederick Valdez

November 17, 2021

Supply Constraints

The Biden administration plans to devote billions of dollars to expanding vaccine manufacturing in the United States to produce at least one billion doses each year, with the aim of bolstering the global suppl...

Adjustments underway to address imbalances

Frederick Valdez

November 16, 2021

Supply Constraints

An employee works on the assembly line of an automobile manufacturer in Qingzhou, Shandong Province. Nation will continue to secure supplies amid rising com...

The bond market sees the rise in inflation subside, if not immediately

Frederick Valdez

November 11, 2021

Supply Constraints

Nov. 11 (Reuters) - Bond markets expect spike in inflation highlighted by US retail price data on Wednesday to ease even as price pressures worsen very near term, although investor opinions are expected to wav...

New Zealand wine in high demand despite workforce and supply chain challenges

Frederick Valdez

November 8, 2021

Supply Constraints

ProvidedNelson's Tohu Wines received one of the 50 Best in Show awards for its Whenua Matua Chardonnay at the 2021 Decanter Wine Awards.The value of New Zealand wine exports reached $ 600 million in the Septem...

Inflation sparks gyrations in global bond markets

Frederick Valdez

November 6, 2021

Supply Constraints

It's been an eventful week for the bond markets. The inherent weaknesses of the global financial system are exposed by rising inflation, the continuation and worsening of the COVID-19 pandemic, and a resurgen...

Tesla, Moderna, Zillow, Qualcomm, Qorvo: what to watch for when the stock market opens today

Frederick Valdez

November 4, 2021

Supply Constraints

Stock futures are on the rise, putting the S&P 500 on track to extend the gains that have followed the Federal Reserve's decision to cut its bond purchases. Here's what we're seeing ahead of the...

dhanteras: optimistic mood across cos, retailers on Dhanteras

Frederick Valdez

November 3, 2021

Supply Constraints

After a tumultuous post-Covid period and an unprecedented year and a half since the onset of the deadly virus, Dhanteras has seen consumers return to the market with vengeance as the auspicious day shopping fe...

Will shortages limit the benefits of ResMed?

Frederick Valdez

November 1, 2021

Supply Constraints

Market share is likely to remain ResMed while Philips struggles to replace its recalled device. Yet will supply chain constraints limit the benefits?-Supply chain constraints should be apparent in the second...

Ford stock jumps 10% after beating profits

Frederick Valdez

October 31, 2021

Supply Constraints

Investors are finally starting to believe it Ford Motor Company's (NYSE: F) recovery plan. On Wednesday afternoon, the auto giant announced strong third quarter 2021 r...