Supply Shortage

The New York Fed’s Global Supply Chain Pressure Index (GSCPI) shows supply-side inflation is coming down

The threat of a global ‘buying strike’ rises as cost-of-living hits

The worry now is that anything people can cut back on may take a hit if food, fuel and (in places like the US) housing costs remain high

As inflation tests RBI, managing expectations may get painful

The RBI governor has taken a soft tone on inflation because he believes it is due to supply-side factors. But they could lead to higher inflationary expectations

Supply constraints an opportunity for fundamental change at companies 

Companies must utilise the global supply crunch to come up with innovative solutions, just as they did during the worst phase of the pandemic 

As earnings season begins, inflation and supply chain cloud outlook

Analysts, however, expect the S&P 500 index to rise by 15 percent over the coming year

How the world ran out of everything

The Just In Time manufacturing that minimises the need to build up inventory is leaving companies at the mercy of pandemic-led disruptions

Amul redirects supply as Maharashtra flood affects milk production: Report

Milk is being procured from Gujarat and other parts of Maharashtra to meet the additional demand

Infra investments, supply shortages may keep metals firm: Expert

Supply shortages and infrastructure investment plans announced by both China and the US will keep metals on a firm footing at least in the medium term feels Annalisa Jeffries of Platts.

Onion crisis leaves trail of tears across India

The price of onions – a staple of Indian cooking – has risen around 320 percent over the past 12 months, driven by a combination of factors including a supply shortage after excessive rains hit crop output as well as poor infrastructure for the storage and distribution of produce.

Honda Q1 falls on parts shortage but lifts guidance

Honda Motor Co posted a 90% fall in quarterly operating profit as a severe parts shortage stemming from the March 11 earthquake slashed output, but avoided an expected loss and raised its annual profit guidance by more than a third.

Developed nation demand support uranium prices

Uranium prices are seen rising in the short term on a supply shortage and demand will remain strong from developed nations that have no alternative to nuclear power for significant portions of electricity output, John Borshoff, the Chief Executive of uranium miner Paladin Energy said on Sunday.