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Industry Supply Chain Implications to Slower Economic Growth Across China

Supply Chain Matters

The lack of momentum in China based manufacturing has had a discernable contractionary impact on other regions, especially Taiwan and Malaysia. Generally muted global product demand levels and inventory overhang have not helped to spur growth of the country’s manufacturing sector.

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Restructuring Global Value Chains & Tariff Reduction – A Continuous Evolution for Supply Chains

The Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society

Many companies buy forward inventory ahead of tariffs being implemented. This strategy, however, may incur additional warehousing and storage costs, and firms may experience accounting challenges where an inventory is considered an asset, which could affect cash flow. Operational strategies. Buying forward. Conclusion.

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Global PMI Levels in July Remain of Concern

Supply Chain Matters

The two special regions of concern are the Eurozone and Taiwan. Further indicated were signs of weakness occurring in China , Japan , Malaysia, South Korea , Taiwan and Vietnam. Taiwan ’s decline is directly related to both China along with continued constrained demand levels for high tech, smartphone and consumer electronics.

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November Global PMI Reporting Reflects Some Stabilization

Supply Chain Matters

A continued subdued product demand environment and added caution reportedly led to a decline in overall purchasing activity, lower levels of inventory and improved supplier delivery times. Pre -and post inventory levels, however, fell at a weaker rate with European manufacturers reportedly being less aggressive in de-stocking efforts.

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Chinese New Year Shutdown 2020: How to Prepare

ShipBob

In mainland China (and even in other countries that celebrate the holiday such as Indonesia, Malaysia, North Korea, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and Brunei), the Chinese New Year holiday is a very big deal. Get prepared for the year of the rat with the best kind of red envelope, keeping your business in stock of inventory!

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Top 6 Wholesale Distribution Trends for 2019

EMERGE App

China, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia produced Japanese branded goods. Taiwan is a prime candidate to replace Chinese exports due to its proximity. Other likely recipients may include Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. These include the Philippines, Cambodia, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.

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Where can I sell products online in the Philippines?

Vinculum

Rocket Internet launched the service in 2011 and is currently available in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. This website is available in Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Taiwan and offers a unique digital experience. Shoppee.ph. Carousell Philippines. eBay Philippines.