Rising Trade Values Mask the True Cost of Global Supply Chain Disruptions

Rising Trade Values Mask the True Cost of Global Supply Chain Disruptions

Global goods trade reached approximately USD 13.7 trillion in the first half of 2026, up 12.5 percent from the same period in 2025, while services grew 10.5 percent, together adding USD 2 trillion to global trade. While these figures point to continued expansion, much of the increase reflects rising prices rather than stronger trade volumes. […]

Report: Supply Chain Pressures Ease, but Shortages Persist

CLARK, N.J. – Global supply chain pressures eased in July as manufacturers reduced precautionary stockpiling and transportation pressures moderated, according to the GEP Global Supply Chain Volatility Index. The index, which tracks demand conditions, shortages, transportation costs, inventories and backlogs based on a monthly survey of 27,000 businesses, showed supply shortages remained elevated and production […] The post Report: Supply Chain P…