Economic recovery in the United States is pushing up prices and hampering global supply chains

June 20, 2021

TORONTO - Returning from closures linked to the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans are in an unprecedented spending spree that is driving up prices and hampering global supply chains. "We have...

Why China can’t stop the copper rally

Robert Spruell

June 19, 2021

Supply Constraints

Production of copper wire, cable in coils in a factory. ...

Big Oil takes a hit, but its investors are on the rise

Robert Spruell

June 18, 2021

Supply Constraints

Consider some of the recent performance numbers.Six of the top 10 performers on the S&P 500 this year are energy companies, led by Marathon Oil, which nearly doubled in value in 2021 alone. Energy compan...

Potential for “significant” growth in house prices as pandemic fails to dampen demand, Central Bank says

Robert Spruell

June 16, 2021

Supply Constraints

Irish house prices have risen at their highest annual rate since March 2019 and there is potential for further "significant" increases in the medium term, the Central Ba...

Supply chain constraints are starting to hit solar industry, SEIA says – pv magazine USA

Robert Spruell

June 15, 2021

Supply Constraints

Rising commodity prices and delivery delays are starting to affect parts of the U.S. solar industry, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) and Wood Mackenzie in their Solar Market Insig...

South African coal supply to drop from coal cliff from 2025 – Jones

Robert Spruell

June 14, 2021

Supply Constraints

JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) - South Africa's coal supply set to drop off a coal cliff from 2025, says African Source Markets CEO Bevan Jones said Monday. In response to Weekly MiningJones cited the top ...

Landmark G7 deal promises 870 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine, half of which by end of 2021

Robert Spruell

June 13, 2021

Supply Constraints

"Equitable access to COVID-19[female[feminine vaccines represent the clearest way out of this pandemic for all of us - children included, and the commitments announced by the members of the G7 ... are...

Here’s why first-time homebuyers are struggling in 2021

Robert Spruell

June 12, 2021

Supply Constraints

It's no mystery that first-time homebuyers are struggling to find homes to buy in 2021. This has been one of the biggest real estate headlines over the past year. Despite minor variations, the overall the...

Bragar Eagel & Squire, PC Reminds Investors That A Class Action Has Been Filed Against Romeo Power, Inc. And Encourages Investors To Contact The Firm

Robert Spruell

June 12, 2021

Supply Constraints

NEW YORK, June 12, 2021- (COMMERCIAL THREAD) - Bragar Eagel & Squire, PC, a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm, reminds investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed in U.S. Distric...

Economy faces changing challenges as global COVID-19 rebound accelerates

Robert Spruell

June 10, 2021

Supply Constraints

Friday, June 11, 2021, 5:28 a.m.Press release: ASB Growing pains ahead for the on-going economic recovery in New ZealandThe housing market is about to come ...

Volkswagen invests $ 620 million in Northvolt to secure battery supply, Energy News, ET EnergyWorld

Robert Spruell

June 9, 2021

Supply Constraints

Volkswagen said on Wednesday it was investing an additional $ 620 million in Swedish battery maker Northvolt, in a bid to secure cell capacity for its electric vehicle push.The investment, which is part of a...

Squeezing global supply chain, soaring costs threaten solar energy boom

Robert Spruell

June 9, 2021

Supply Constraints

Breadcrumb Links PMN company Author of the article: Reuters Nichola Groom and Emily Chow and Muyu Xu Content of the article Global solar power developers are slowing project ...

German industrial production drops more than expected

Robert Spruell

June 8, 2021

Supply Constraints

German industrial production fell more than expected in April as signs emerged that supply constraints were holding back production.Production in factories, energy and construction fell 1% from the previous ...

ISM: the manufacturing sector expands in May despite “obstacles to work”

Robert Spruell

June 7, 2021

Supply Constraints

Economic activity in the manufacturing sector increased in May, with the global economy registering a 12th consecutive month of growth, according to ...

Is the US Steel Rally coming to an end?

Robert Spruell

June 6, 2021

Supply Constraints

US Steel Corp. (X) closed just above 26 in Friday's session after a UBS analyst raised stocks from "Sell" to "Hold" and doubled the company's price target to 30 $. The weekly options expiration and a mont...

Surprise! GM will override its guidelines (again)

Robert Spruell

June 5, 2021

Supply Constraints

Last month, General Motors (NYSE: GM) reported stellar earnings results for the first quarter of 2021. At the same time, GM warned that the industry-wide semiconducto...

Wage inflation is increasing. Why Investors Should Watch for the Labor Shortage.

Robert Spruell

June 5, 2021

Supply Constraints

Companies added more than half a million workers in May, but hires fell short of e...

Indian cenbank focuses on growth because inflation is not “persistent”

Robert Spruell

June 4, 2021

Supply Constraints

Shaktikanta Das, Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), attends a press conference in Mumbai, India on December 12, 2018. REUTERS / Danish Siddiqui / File photoThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept ...

Form 8-K OLD DOMINION FRET For: 03 June

Robert Spruell

June 3, 2021

Supply Constraints

Enter Wall Street with StreetInsider Premium. Claim your 1-week free trial here. Room 99.1 Contact: Adam N. Satterfield Senior Vice President, Finance and Financial director ...

UCLA: UCLA Anderson forecast: pent-up demand for leisure and hospitality, leisure and healthcare will fuel recovery

Robert Spruell

June 2, 2021

Supply Constraints

UCLA Anderson School of Management June 2, 2021In March, the UCLA Anderson Forecast's first economic outlook for 2021 touted "robust growth for the United States and California" in anticipation of a slowdow...

Senators slam U.S. airlines for failing to eliminate voucher expiration dates

Robert Spruell

June 1, 2021

Supply Constraints

TipRanks2 large dividend stocks at 7%; Analysts say 'buy'Let's talk about defending your wallet. It's a common impulse for most investors when the economy starts to take a turn for the worse. We are curre...

8% of unvaccinated people had a more severe form of Covid-19, Health News & Top Stories

Robert Spruell

May 31, 2021

Supply Constraints

Eight percent of the unvaccinated Covid-19 patients here in the past seven weeks have seen their condition worsened to the point of requiring supplemental oxygen, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung said yesterday...

Chinese factory activity slows due to slowing demand and strong services

Robert Spruell

May 31, 2021

Supply Constraints

Factory activity in China edged down in May due to slowing demand and rising commodity prices, while the service sector exploded during the Labor Day break, according to the official data Monday.The Purchasi...

Pune Inc urges Maharashtra government to restore oxygen supply

Robert Spruell

May 30, 2021

Supply Constraints

Industrial bodies in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad have urged the state government to restore oxygen supply for industrial purposes, as the demand for medical oxygen has dropped significantly in the...

Rural nominal wages rise during pandemic: Nomura

Robert Spruell

May 29, 2021

Supply Constraints

MUMBAI: Even though the raging pandemic has disrupted businesses and caused significant income losses, rural nominal wages have been higher during the period, the data shows. According to Nomura,...

Coal rally continues amid concerns over availability of supply to meet demand

Robert Spruell

May 28, 2021

Supply Constraints

Strong points CIF ARA price increased 155% in one year Gas prices have also increased dramatically Prices for marine coal have been bullish over the past year, largely from...

Auto and Truck Sales Show: The Inflation Mindset Has Changed, Consumers Are Ready To Pay Much More, Not Only Generating Record Sales But Also Record Gross Profits

Robert Spruell

May 28, 2021

Supply Constraints

This change in mentality about inflation is probably not "temporary". By Wolf Richter for WOLF STREET. Record retail sales of new vehicles despite reduced incentives by automakers, record transaction ...

Tempur Sealy provides update on improving sales trends

Robert Spruell

May 27, 2021

Supply Constraints

LEXINGTON, Ky., May 27, 2021 / PRNewswire / - Tempur Sealy International, Inc. (NYSE: TPX, â€œTempur Sealyâ€ or the â€œCompanyâ€) today prov...

TN CM Stalin takes a hit at the Center for vaccine supply

Robert Spruell

May 26, 2021

Supply Constraints

Outlook May 26, 2021 6:33 p.m. IST TN CM Stalin takes a hit at the Center for vaccine supply outlookindia.com 1970-01-01T05: 30: 00 +...

Nordstrom Reports Bigger-Than-Expected Loss as Markdowns Hit Margins

Robert Spruell

May 25, 2021

Supply Constraints

The exterior of Nordstrom's flagship store is seen during a media preview in New York, the United States, October 21, 2019. REUTERS / Shannon StapletonNordstrom Inc (JWN.N) posted a larger-than-expected quar...

Watchers Raise Profit Forecast As Trading Accelerates Block After Block

Robert Spruell

May 25, 2021

Supply Constraints

Lookers expects full-year profits to "comfortably" exceed expectations, the car dealership said on Tuesday, pushing shares higher.The group said it saw "strong" exchanges after its showrooms reopened on Apri...

Used car sales surge amid tight supply of new cars – Consumer protection

Robert Spruell

May 24, 2021

Supply Constraints

United States: Used car sales jump amid tight supply of new cars ...

Explained: The Semiconductor Chip Shortage And How Auto Manufacturers Are Tackling It

Robert Spruell

May 24, 2021

Supply Constraints

Written by Pranav Mukul, edited by Explained Desk | New Delhi | Updated: May 24, 2021 7:03:53 AM A prolonged shortage of inputs, especia...

What’s next for Keurig Dr Pepper Stock after its 20% rally?

Robert Spruell

May 23, 2021

Supply Constraints

Keurig Dr Pepper Broth (NYSE: KDP) has risen nearl...

Student volunteers participate, provide ration for lockdown: The Tribune India

Robert Spruell

May 23, 2021

Supply Constraints

Tribune press service Rohtak, May 22 Groups of underprivileged children, who are associated with different charity schools in Rohtak, are committed to servi...

Yes, the pot is legal. But it is also rare.

Robert Spruell

May 22, 2021

Supply Constraints

In New York and New Jersey, the race is on to grow legal weed.In Orange County, New York, there are plans to build a large cannabis cultivation and processing plant on the grounds of a former state prison.Ab...

Economist hopes for a robust year in New England

Robert Spruell

May 21, 2021

Supply Constraints

New England's economic outlook for 2021 looks bright with businesses reopening, but there are some peripheral factors that could shape the economy going forward, according to TD Bank Senior Economist James ...

Kogan retrograde, hit by growth difficulties

Robert Spruell

May 21, 2021

Supply Constraints

This figure was impacted by stock compensation expenses related to the granting of options after the Company's AGM in November 2020; and suffered shipping costs of $ 5.8 million due to on-time warehousing a...

Weekly jobless claims in the United States decline further; the activity of factories in the middle of the Atlantic cools down

Robert Spruell

May 20, 2021

Supply Constraints

People line up outside a recently reopened career center for in-person appointments in Louisville, US on April 15, 2021. REUTERS / Amira Karaoud / File PhotoThe number of Americans filing new jobless claims ...

BHP delivers first iron ore in $ 3.6 billion project to southern flank

Robert Spruell

May 20, 2021

Supply Constraints

MELBOURNE, May 20 (Reuters) - The BHP group has produced its first iron ore as part of its $ 3.6 billion southern flank operations in Western Australia's central Pilbara region, he said. announced Thursday.S...

Bizav OEMs optimistic about new customers

Robert Spruell

May 19, 2021

Supply Constraints

Business aviation OEMs are increasingly optimistic about a rebound in the industry with reports that up to one million customers are flying privately for the first time in 2020, but executives from the The c...

Amazon extends pause in police use of facial recognition and more business news

Robert Spruell

May 19, 2021

Supply Constraints

Amazon extends the pause on the use of facial recognition Amazon says it will extend its ban on police use of its facial recognition technology beyond the one-year hiatus announced last ye...

JM Smucker Company (The) (NYSE: SJM) – Why Coffee Prices Are Going Up

Robert Spruell

May 18, 2021

Supply Constraints

The average price of a cup of coffee is up 17% from 2016, at $ 4.50, according to the Wall Street Journal. Coffee prices are lower than they should be, according to experts who expect prices to ri...

Technology-led equity futures gain

Robert Spruell

May 18, 2021

Supply Constraints

U.S. equity futures edged higher on Tuesday, suggesting the major indices are on the verge of rebounding ahead of data on new home construction.S&P 500 Index futures rose 0.4%, while Dow Jones Industrial...

Cisco releases its results on Wednesday. Here’s what to expect.

Robert Spruell

May 17, 2021

Supply Constraints

Text size Cisco's revenue has declined for five consecutive...

Why we’ll never see inflation like the 1970s again. Plus, a dividend-paying stock to buy as a bond substitute

Robert Spruell

May 17, 2021

Supply Constraints

I was catching up on financial podcasts this weekend and found a great. In a lengthy interview with Bloomberg's Odd Lots program, Macquarie strategist Viktor Shvets explained why 1970s-style inflation fore...

Upcoming Economic Week: Industry, GDP, Housing

Robert Spruell

May 16, 2021

Supply Constraints

This week's data will show how economies around the world are in different stages of recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic. Monday In China, investment, industrial production and retail sales...

Americans See Dropping Cars on Dealer Lots, Trade War Must End

Robert Spruell

May 16, 2021

Supply Constraints

File photoThe global semiconductor microchip crisis is getting worse, for the auto industry in particular, to the point that major automakers around the world are being forced to idle some of their factori...

Pomerantz law firm reminds shareholders

Robert Spruell

May 15, 2021

Supply Constraints

NEW YORK, May 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Romeo Power, Inc. (â€œRomeoâ€ or the â€œ...

Monteverde & Associates PC invites shareholders of Romeo Power, Inc. to contact the firm – RMO

Robert Spruell

May 15, 2021

Supply Constraints

TipRanks3 â€œStrong buyâ€ actions: insiders take controlThe recent market volatility is enough to turn your head and can confuse retail investors looking for a solid market s...

Supply constraints to slow down the resumption of manufacturing – CE

Robert Spruell

May 14, 2021

Supply Constraints

Industrial production in the United States rose 0.7% in April, below the 1% of market consensus. Capital Economics analysts point out that the recovery in production is still lagging be...

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Law firm Pomerantz reminds shareholders of losses on their investment in Romeo Power, Inc. f / k / a RMG Acquisition Corp. of the class action and the upcoming deadline

Robert Spruell

May 13, 2021

Supply Constraints

NEW YORK, May 13, 2021 / PRNewswire / - Pomerantz LLP Announces Class Action Lawsuit Against Romeo Power, Inc. (â€œRomeoâ€ or the â€œCompanyâ€...

Pipeline failure causes US gasoline supply crisis, panic buying

Robert Spruell

May 12, 2021

Supply Constraints

Gas stations from Florida to Virginia began to dry up and prices at the pump rose on Tuesday, as hackers shutdown of America's largest fuel pipeline extended by up to a fifth day and caused panic among motor...

Oil on track to 9-week high amid rising demand outlook

Robert Spruell

May 12, 2021

Supply Constraints

Oil prices rose for a fourth day on Wednesday, putting both benchmarks on track for their highest close in nearly nine weeks, on signs of a rapid economic recovery and optimistic forecasts for demand of ener...

What does the Chinese “trilemma” mean for metals? | Break

Robert Spruell

May 11, 2021

Supply Constraints

We noted earlier that the policy divergence between the United States and China after the pandemic could lead some investors to rethink the trajectory of the market and we highlighted the potentia...

Commodity currencies have the edge as the dollar waits for inflation and the Fed | The powerful 790 KFGO

Robert Spruell

May 11, 2021

Supply Constraints

By Stanley WhiteTOKYO (Reuters) - The dollar fueled losses against the currencies of major commodity exporters, which benefited from support from expectations of further gains in the price of oil, copper, s...

Second wave of Covid-19 leaves rubber trading houses closed

Robert Spruell

May 10, 2021

Supply Constraints

Aravindan Spot rubber prices were not available on Monday as local trading houses remained closed due to the total lockdown implemented by the Kerala government to prevent the rapid spike in Covid-19 cases ...

Global Chip Shortage Highlights Need to Diversify U.S. Chip Supply Chain

Robert Spruell

May 9, 2021

Supply Constraints

China's bullying of Taiwan and domestic chipmaking threatens US tech sector Comment The current global chip shortage has highlighted the United States' reliance on a fragile global supply chain semico...

NCP demands GST exemption on oxygen equipment and drugs

Robert Spruell

May 9, 2021

Supply Constraints

The NCP has called for the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to be waived on all oxygen equipment and other drugs purchased to deal with the COVID-19 outbreak, saying these levies are "choking" the hea...

COVID Photos at Dracula’s Castle

Robert Spruell

May 8, 2021

Supply Constraints

Morning Message from South ChinaTrade with China: Coronavirus crisis in India, recovery in US economy boosted numbers, but 'cyclical peak' loomsThe recovery in the US economy and the coronavirus crisis in In...

From Chicken Wings to Mother’s Day Flowers, Here Are The Shortages You Should Know About And Some Excesses

Robert Spruell

May 8, 2021

Supply Constraints

Alea Hurst and Renee Hurst prepare orchids to be placed in Mother's Day flower arrangements at the Rolling Hills Flower Mart in Redondo Beach on Thursday, May 7, 2020. MediaNews Group via Getty...

MCSA supports regulatory reforms to streamline self-production projects

Robert Spruell

May 7, 2021

Supply Constraints

www.123rf.com The Minerals Council South Africa (MCSA) supports further regulatory reforms to streamline the regulatory approval and licensing process for self-generated...

Logistics and Supply Chain Management Software Market Outlook 2021, Witnessing the Strongest Growth in Near Future by 2028 | Inventory Fishbowl, Tipalti, SAP, Aptean, Epicor, Syncron International – KSU

Robert Spruell

May 6, 2021

Supply Constraints

Request a sample download Request a discount Company Profile Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management Software Market 2021 by key players, regions, type and application, forecast to 2028. This ma...

SunPower backs strong rooftop solar demand and support for Biden’s policy

Robert Spruell

May 5, 2021

Supply Constraints

File photo: The recently acquired SolarWorld Hillsboro manufacturing plant by SunPower is seen in Hillsboro, Oregon, U.S. on November 7, 2018. REUTERS / Steve DipaolaU.S. solar company SunPower Corp (SPWR.O)...

New homes cost $ 36,000 more due to epic lumber shortage

Robert Spruell

May 5, 2021

Supply Constraints

As the pandemic crushed the U.S. economy last spring, sawmills halted lumber production to prepare f...

Fourth Stimulus Check Live Updates: $ 2,000 per month stimulus, Golden State Payments Tracking, Child Tax Credit …

Robert Spruell

May 4, 2021

Supply Constraints

The stimulation controls are working. Here's how... The good news for the US economy continues, says Stephen Silver. After positive figures first for retail sales in March and then for GDP in April, the go...

Nigeria: N120 billion CBN Fund – Consumers want meters, improved power supply

Robert Spruell

May 3, 2021

Supply Constraints

Electricity consumers and energy sector experts tasked the 11 energy distribution companies (DisCos) to speed up meter installations for more than eight million customers while improving the power supply b...

Here’s how much wood costs have added to new home prices

Robert Spruell

May 3, 2021

Supply Constraints

The skyrocketing US lumber prices have pushed up the price of an average new single-family home by $ 35,872, according to data from the National Association ...

Wait for the iPad Pro 2021 to stretch for several months

Robert Spruell

May 2, 2021

Supply Constraints

Order the 12.9-inch version of the 2021 iPad Pro today and it won't arrive until the end of June. And maybe not until July. Apple started taking pre-orders for the first M1-powered tablet on Friday, and an...

Annual consumer inflation rises to 11.1% in April

Robert Spruell

May 2, 2021

Supply Constraints

The April overshoot contrasts with the government's forecast. (Representative image)Annual consumer inflation reached 11.1% in April against 9.1% in March.The April overshoot contrasts with the gove...

Exxon Post Quarterly Profit of $ 2.7 Billion After Record Year |

Robert Spruell

May 2, 2021

Supply Constraints

NEW YORK (AP) - Exxon Mobil reported first quarter profits of $ 2.73 billio...

Apple and Facebook’s staggering quarterly results are unsustainable

Robert Spruell

May 1, 2021

Supply Constraints

By Tae Kim / Bloomberg Opinion ...

India sees record daily increase in COVID-19 cases of 401,993

Robert Spruell

May 1, 2021

Supply Constraints

BloombergTrump wins $ 617 million in cash with Vornado of Tower Bonds(Bloomberg) - Investors have clawed back $ 1.2 billion in bonds tied to a San Francisco office tower that makes up a large chunk of Donald...

Rental car prices set to skyrocket as ski season braces for scarcity

Robert Spruell

April 30, 2021

Supply Constraints

Heavily reduced rental car fleets, the return of international tourists and the complete lack of new cars to be purchased by rental companies will likely lead to shortages and sharp price increases, accordin...

Jumping Western digital stocks. Why the payouts were so good.

Robert Spruell

April 30, 2021

Supply Constraints

Text size Western Digital shares at the end of the sess...

Worsening semiconductor shortage extends beyond automakers to hit Apple and Samsung

Robert Spruell

April 29, 2021

Supply Constraints

Even America's largest company can't save itself from a global shortage of critical computer chips. Apple just had a massive quarter thanks to sales of new iPhones, iPads and MacBooks, with revenue...

UK gets 60 million more doses of Pfizer for fall booster program

Robert Spruell

April 28, 2021

Supply Constraints

(AFP via Getty Images)The government has purchased an additional 60 million doses of Pfizer / BioNTech, as part of plans to implement a Covid-19 recall program by the end of the year, as officials said t...

People over 42 can now book a Covid vaccine

Robert Spruell

April 28, 2021

Supply Constraints

Am I eligible? You are now eligible for a free coronavirus vaccine if: You are 42 years of age or older You will be 42 years old before July 1, 2021 You're at high risk of COVID-19 (clinically extremely vu...

Juniper Q1 and outlook beating expectations as global chip shortage looms

Robert Spruell

April 27, 2021

Supply Constraints

Network equipment, the backbone of Juniper Networks this afternoon reported First-quarter revenue and profits exceeded Wall Street's expectations and also pro...

Full resumption of construction will take an additional year, says CPA – Builders Merchants Journal

Robert Spruell

April 27, 2021

Supply Constraints

Double-digit growth is expected for the UK construction industry this year, although it may take until next year before the industry recovers lost production in 2020 and returns to 2019 lev...