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More Evidence of Near Sourcing? Changing Trade Dynamics
By ITR Economics on December 12, 2023

Several weeks ago we noted that near sourcing and onshoring efforts in the US were contributing to a boom in manufacturing-related construction, particularly as it relates to our domestic...

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2024 Outlook for the Distribution Sector
By Jeremy Bess on October 12, 2023

As the US and global economies navigate the back side of the business cycle, it is imperative for distributors to gain a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics unfolding in preparation...

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Outlook for the Distribution Sector
By Lauren Saidel-Baker on October 5, 2022

The global economy is now firmly on the back side of the business cycle, and challenges are mounting for distributors. Although supply chain pressures are easing, hurdles remain and...

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From the President's Desk Shipping & Trade

Freight Trends: Relief Is Just Down the Road
By Alan Beaulieu on June 1, 2022

Freight costs seem to be on everyone’s mind as we talk to clients individually and as we deliver keynotes. The US Long-Distance General Freight Trucking Truckload Producer Price Index (PPI)...

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