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November Global PMI Reporting Reflects Some Stabilization

Supply Chain Matters

Factoring PMI reporting for the month of November, the second month of the final quarter of 2023, the various published actual and leading indicator indices indicate some stabilization in consumer goods production but continued contraction in intermediate goods production. Mixed Indications Involving U.S.

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October Global PMI Reporting-Continued Production Contraction

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With output contracting for the fifth consecutive month and business optimism reportedly dipping to an 11-month low, the report pointed to cutbacks occurring in manufacturing employment, purchasing and inventory levels globally. The October PMI reported value fell to a three-month low of 48.8, down from the 49.2 value reported for September.

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Top 6 Wholesale Distribution Trends for 2019

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The voracious appetite of US consumers for goods — from Apple products to Xmas trees — saw China become the de facto manufacturer of consumer goods. China, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia produced Japanese branded goods. Relocate to Avoid Tariffs. Developing Nations Likely to Benefit.

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Mid-Year Assessment of 2022 Supply Chain Sourcing Predictions- Part Two

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Previous global materials sourcing and just-in-time driven inventory management policies were laid bear with the realization that supply risk was a more problematic and business critical dimension. There were other examples as-well, either in high-tech, medical, consumer goods or other industries. . Mid-Year Assessment.

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Global Wide Production PMI Levels Unchanged in February 2024

Supply Chain Matters

Overall, global activity reportedly showed signs of increased production output for consumer goods production levels but continued muted growth for intermediate supply network and investment goods production levels. Slight Rise in Global Wide Production Activity Global-wide manufacturing levels as depicted in the J.P.

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Top eCommerce Marketplaces in Southeast Asia

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The Top Players in Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore. eBay is still a major player for used products at cheaper rate or discounted items in the countries like Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. Their collection of products ranges from cosmetics, beauty, health & wellness, consumer goods, F&B sectors, etc.

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Global Manufacturing PMI Levels Rise in January 2024

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While production rose among consumer goods producers, it reportedly was unchanged among intermediate and investment goods sectors. Quicker declines in finished goods inventories and a softer reduction in pre-production stocks were noted. Global manufacturing employment levels fell for the fifth straight month.