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Has China Reached Its Apex?

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Has China Reached Its Apex?

China dominates the rare earths, green energy, and manufacturing sectors while building partnerships with the Global South. Playing the long game, China positions itself as a technological architect, reducing dependence on Western markets.
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It’s Time for Companies to Adapt to Climate Change

Global Value Chains

It’s Time for Companies to Adapt to Climate Change

Despite mitigation efforts, humanity prioritizes economic growth over climate limits. Bipartisan experts advocate climate adaptation as practical survival strategy. Early investments of $1.8 trillion could yield $7.1 trillion in benefits.
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Geopolitical Risks on the Rise

Global Value Chains

Geopolitical Risks on the Rise

Geopolitical instability ranks as the second-highest global risk after climate change. Supply chains face increasing politicization and disruption, requiring AI-powered real-time solutions to build enterprise resilience amid persistent geopolitical threats.Retry
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The Cocoa Crisis and the Holidays

Global Value Chains

The Cocoa Crisis and the Holidays

Cocoa prices surged due to weather problems in West Africa, disease, and aging trees, raising chocolate costs. Companies are increasing prices and exploring alternatives like gene editing and improved cocoa extraction techniques.

Personal Dispatches: Reflections on today’s society through the lens of Fortune Magazine December 1941

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National Supply Chain Day: Global Supply Ecosystems Are Us

Global Value Chains

National Supply Chain Day: Global Supply Ecosystems Are Us

Supply chains are better understood as ecosystems connecting all products to consumers. Everyone participates in this global network, which requires both appreciation for workers and awareness of ethical issues like modern slavery.
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Talk of the “R Word” is on the Rise

Global Value Chains

Talk of the “R Word” is on the Rise

Based on the article, economists and consumers are increasingly concerned about a possible recession triggered by international trade wars and policy changes, despite previous recession fears in 2022 not materializing.
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The World Today Part 2: Consumers Win with Strong Global Food Ecosystems

Global Value Chains

The World Today Part 2: Consumers Win with Strong Global Food Ecosystems

Global food ecosystems face challenges from trade wars and climate change. The article explores America's agricultural trade shift to a deficit position, highlighting the importance of imports for domestic food processing and consumer access to diverse products.
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The World Today Part 1: Background - The Best Manufacturing Ecosystems Win

Global Value Chains

The World Today Part 1: Background - The Best Manufacturing Ecosystems Win

A major de-globalization event on April 2, 2025 threatens to disrupt global manufacturing ecosystems, which are vital networks connecting stakeholders worldwide. Despite challenges, these ecosystems remain crucial for efficiency, competitiveness, and economic growth.