Fed announces interest rate hikes to fight record inflation

March 16, 2022

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday increased its base interest rate range, launching the first of what will likely be a series of rate hikes designed to fight inflation.The Federal Open Market Committee, the pane...

The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are no longer affordable – Review Geek

Robert Spruell

March 10, 2022

Supply Constraints

You're here Tesla has hiked the prices of its Model 3 and Model Y by $1,000 over the past day, something we've seen time and time again over the past few years. And while it was hard to call Tesla vehicles "a...

Geopolitical swings hit markets – Investors’ Corner

Robert Spruell

March 8, 2022

Supply Constraints

The hawkish central bank policy drove bond yields higher before investors turned to safe-haven assets such as government bonds and hedged underweight positions after the start of the war in Ukraine. The...

Tesla Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA), (LCID) – EV Week in Review: Tesla Giga Berlin Update, Rivian Crashes on Price Rise Gaffe, Lucid Slashes Guidance, Honda-Sony Team Up, Nio is heading to Hong Kong, etc.

Robert Spruell

March 5, 2022

Supply Constraints

The EV space was shrouded in a sea of red in the week ending March 4, although the market leader Tesla, Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) and a handful of stocks managed to reverse the bearish trend. The negati...

Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (NYSE:HP), Hewlett-Packard Company (NYSE:HPQ) – HP analyst praises PC maker for executing positive mix change after Q1 printing

Robert Spruell

March 1, 2022

Supply Constraints

HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) reported better-than-expected quarterly results, and a Wells Fargo Securities analyst praised the company for a positive quarter. The HP analyst: Aaron Rakers maintained an even-...

How Biden gave China the solar industry

Robert Spruell

February 27, 2022

Supply Constraints

President Biden spoke out against an International Trade Commission report to keep Trump's tariffs ... solar imports. Now more imports will be allowed duty-free, which has already prompted a...

How the spike in crude oil prices amid the Russia-Ukraine crisis will affect India

Robert Spruell

February 25, 2022

Supply Constraints

The Russian invasion of Ukraine will not only impact global oil prices, but will also increase the prices of petrol, diesel and LPG cylinders in India.Brent crude prices crossed $100 a barrel on Thursday for th...

Cooper-Standard Q4 Earnings: Buy CPS Stock at Reduced PT

Robert Spruell

February 23, 2022

Supply Constraints

freedom007/iStock via Getty Images In mid-January, our recommendation on Cooper-Standard (CPS) stock was doing well, with the stock rising 28% to $27 per share. However, it has fallen almost 50% to $14.50 si...

Yeti leaves Lowe’s to focus on DTC and major wholesale accounts – RetailWire

Robert Spruell

February 19, 2022

Supply Constraints

February 18, 2022 Yeti decided to end sales at Lowe's after two years. The premium cooler and ...

Fisker shares rally after electric vehicle maker announces pre-orders for its Ocean SUV jump

Robert Spruell

February 16, 2022

Supply Constraints

Shares of Fisker Inc. rose about 3% on Wednesday night after the electric vehicle company said its Ocean EV was on track for a November launch and bookings for the compact SUV surged. F...

Advanced Energy Industries needs to boost sales (NASDAQ:AEIS)

Robert Spruell

February 14, 2022

Supply Constraints

klmax/iStock via Getty ImagesMaybe the best thing I can say about Advanced Energy Industries' (AEIS) since my last update is that it could have been worse. Slightly lower, stocks outperformed the NASDAQ lo...

European stocks fall, after first weekly gain this year

Robert Spruell

February 12, 2022

Supply Constraints

Losses in tech stocks dragged European stocks lower on Friday after soaring US inflation pushed bond yields higher, although a...

Despite Soaring US Inflation, Some Things Are Getting Cheaper

Robert Spruell

February 10, 2022

Supply Constraints

Americans are affected by higher inflation. A recent estimate by economists at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton Business School found that the average household has to spend $3,500 more to buy the same...

Adient hits $54 million net loss in first quarter as supply chain issues persist

Robert Spruell

February 4, 2022

Supply Constraints

Adient plc took a hit to its results in the first quarter mainly due to semiconductor shortages, production volatility and the same supply issues that have plagued the industry for more than a year.The Dublin-...

Counterpoint: the US smartphone market remains stable in the fourth quarter of 2021

Robert Spruell

January 29, 2022

Supply Constraints

Counterpoint Research released its analysis of the US market for the fourth quarter of last year and, for the most part, it remained stable with a modest growth of 2%. Analysts cite supply constraints, delay...

Fed ignores money supply and lets inflation tear

Robert Spruell

January 23, 2022

Supply Constraints

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Oil at highest since 2014 as Turkey outage adds to tight supply outlook

Robert Spruell

January 19, 2022

Supply Constraints

The sun is seen behind a crude oil pump jack in the Permian Basin in Loving County, Texas, U.S., November 22, 2019. REUTERS/Angus Mordant/File PhotoJoin now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.comRegisterBrent...

ICRA maintains estimate of volume demand growth for FY22 at 13-15pc

Robert Spruell

January 17, 2022

Supply Constraints

Ratings agency ICRA said on Monday it maintained the estimate of domestic demand growth in volumes for India's tire industry at 13-15% for the current fiscal year and 7-9% for the current financial year. t...

Investors face many more hurdles as it looks like the ride will be bumpy in 2022

Robert Spruell

January 15, 2022

Supply Constraints

Risky assets performed well during the holiday season, but that did not carry over into 2022 as most major asset classes declined in the first week of the year. As investors position th...

Inflation: friend or foe? | Global Finances

Robert Spruell

January 13, 2022

Supply Constraints

Author: David Worsfold, Report Writer January...

Eaton acquires Royal Power Solutions for $ 600 million

Robert Spruell

January 10, 2022

Supply Constraints

Energy management company Eaton has acquired a US-based company that produces components for the electric vehicle industry. Dublin-based Eaton on Jan.6 announced the $ 600 million purchase from Royal Power S...

Oil at $ 80 a barrel is viable in 2022

Robert Spruell

January 8, 2022

Supply Constraints

Oil at $ 80 a barrel is viable in 2022 Crude oil prices continued to rise to their highest level since mid-November, with investors betting on stronger oil fundamentals amid supply constraints in severa...

Asian stocks remain strong in bullish start to 2022

Robert Spruell

January 4, 2022

Supply Constraints

A screen shows the Nikkei Index after a ceremony marking the end of trading in 2021 on the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) in Tokyo, Japan on December 30, 2021. REUTERS / Kim Kyung-HoonRegister now for FREE and unl...

Tasmanian winemakers shine amid current champagne shortage | Examiner

Robert Spruell

December 31, 2021

Supply Constraints

news, national, champagne, Tasmania, wine, sparkling, new years eve, Michele Round, best wineA nationwide champagne supply bottleneck has left many this holiday season looking for a less familiar glass of cham...

Apple’s next big innovation after iPhone could arrive in 2022

Robert Spruell

December 28, 2021

Supply Constraints

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Holiday sales soar 8.5% despite supply issues, omicron variant

Robert Spruell

December 26, 2021

Supply Constraints

Winnipeg man adorns his home with a stunning Christmas light display Credit: Paul Krawchuk via Storyful Holiday sales grew at the fastest rate in 17 years, even as shoppers grappled with higher prices, p...

More EPA dicamba restrictions could be coming

Robert Spruell

December 21, 2021

Supply Constraints

In October 2020, the Environmental Protection Agency put in place new restrictions on the use of dicamba to help reduce potential drift and inci...

EPA urged to delay herbicide registration changes

Robert Spruell

December 13, 2021

Supply Constraints

As news circulates that the Environmental Protection Agency may make changes to the registrations of dicamba as well as other crucial herbicides...

Global chip shortage is partly responsible for Final Fantasy XIV’s long lines

Robert Spruell

December 7, 2021

Supply Constraints

Many players eager to get started Final Fantasy XIVis eagerly awaited Endwalker The expansion has hit big lineups since the game launched in Early Access on Friday. Part of the reason for the long waits is...

Base metals dip, gold wins amid virus fears

Robert Spruell

November 27, 2021

Supply Constraints

Industrial metals plunged and gold rallied as the emergence of a rapidly spreading, highly mutated SARS-CoV-2 strain sparked ...

There is enough money in the system to solve the global gold supply crisis to stay stuck at neutral – USBWM

Robert Spruell

November 25, 2021

Supply Constraints

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Black Friday / Cyber Monday plans: retailer needs to highlight what they have

Robert Spruell

November 23, 2021

Supply Constraints

BOULDER, Colo. (BRAIN) - Most retailers heading into the holiday season this week remain affected by supply constraints, but that doesn't mean they can't maximize interest in what they have Black Friday and C...

Oil collapses on prospects for emergency supply releases, Europe surges in COVID-19

Robert Spruell

November 21, 2021

Supply Constraints

A worker takes a sample of crude oil from an oil well operated by the Venezuelan state oil company PDVSA in Morichal, Venezuela, July 28, 2011. REUTERS / Carlos Garcia RawlinsRegister now for FREE and unlimite...

Mapping the Global Economy: Retail Business in the United States and China

Robert Spruell

November 20, 2021

Financial Slump

Breadcrumb Links PMN company Author of the article: Bloomberg News Vince Golle and Molly Smith Content of the article (Bloomberg) - Retail sales strengthened in the United State...

Why are Hondas so expensive right now?

Robert Spruell

November 19, 2021

Supply Constraints

Hondas are expensive due to worsening inventory shortages at dealerships across the country. A lack of semiconductor chips has resulted in major production problems for most makes of cars. In ...

Housing starts fell in October as builders faced headwinds on the supply side

Robert Spruell

November 18, 2021

Supply Constraints

Housing starts reached an annual rate of 1.52 million in October, down 0.7% from September but up 0.4% from October 2020, according to estimates by the US ...

Valve’s Steam Deck delayed – SlashGear

Robert Spruell

November 10, 2021

Supply Constraints

Valve today announced that the first shipments of its Steam Deck handheld have been delayed. Originally slated to begin shipping in December 2021, those initial...

The Bristol Press – Customers using Eversource will see their electricity bills increase by 21% from January 1

Robert Spruell

November 8, 2021

Supply Constraints

BERLIN - Homeowners, businesses and tenants will start the new year with roughly 21% higher electricity bills, in line with new electricity supply tariffs set by the Utilities Regulatory Authority, which will ...

NXP Semiconductors Third Quarter Report Is A Study Of Supply Chain Issues Affecting Auto Manufacturers

Robert Spruell

November 6, 2021

Supply Constraints

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Falling auto sales in Japan cloud outlook for consumer rebound

Robert Spruell

November 1, 2021

Supply Constraints

Newly manufactured cars from automaker Subaru await export at a port in Yokohama, Japan on May 30, 2017. REUTERS / Toru HanaiTOKYO, Nov. 1 (Reuters) - Auto sales in Japan fell 31.3% in October from a year earl...

GM Stock Profits Fall is a Great Buying Opportunity

Robert Spruell

October 30, 2021

Financial Slump

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Cotton wins in a context of low production, growing demand and supply constraints

Robert Spruell

October 29, 2021

Supply Constraints

yesterday came in 1.14% at 32,040 amid low production, growing demand and supply constraints. Currently, raw cotton prices in various markets across the country are above 7,000 per quintal against the MS...

Bank of Canada Ends Quantitative Easing; Increases forecast for possible rate increases – 2nd update

Robert Spruell

October 27, 2021

Supply Constraints

By Kim Mackrael and Paul Vieira OTTAWA - The Bank of Canada has said it will end quantitative easing and may hike its overnight key rate earlier than expected, as policymakers try to dispel concer...

BOJ to challenge global rate hike trend and lower price outlook

Robert Spruell

October 26, 2021

Supply Constraints

BOJ to keep rates stable, decision due at 0300-0500GMTBOJ to release new quarterly growth, inflation f'castsBoard to reduce growth this year, f'casts prices - sourcesThe BOJ maintains its forecast for a modera...

The US economy may have just suffered its biggest hiccups since the start of the pandemic

Robert Spruell

October 23, 2021

Supply Constraints

The U.S. economy hasn't exactly fallen into the rut, but the United States may have just suffered its biggest hiccup since the coronavirus pandemic erupted in early 2020. Gross domestic ...

Apple faces supply chain issues, but can its purchasing power keep its profits on track?

Robert Spruell

October 22, 2021

Supply Constraints

As supply constraints hit nearly every market, what good is the purchasing power of a $ 2.5 trillion electronics giant?Investors are about to find out like Apple Inc. AAPL, -0.53% getting ready ...

Niti Aayog vice president sees GDP grow 10.5% despite supply constraints

Robert Spruell

October 21, 2021

Supply Constraints

New Delhi, October 21 (UNI), UNI Vice President Rajiv Kumar on Thursday said India will achieve growth of 10.5% or more in the current fiscal year despite some supply constraints which he called "chips, ships ...

Washington state soldier quits over vaccine, descendant of Thomas Jefferson in New York removes statue

Robert Spruell

October 20, 2021

Supply Constraints

CHICAGO (NewsNation Now) - A Washington state soldier left the force after 22 years because he did not want to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Tonight, Robert LaMay joins the show to deepen his decisio...

Chip shortage inflates smartphone prices

Robert Spruell

October 13, 2021

Supply Constraints

Chennai: The constraints of the global supply chain and the shortage of chips and other electronic components weigh heavily on the pockets of consumers this holiday season. Even though e-commerce platforms are...

It’s time to get into Monster Energy Stock

Robert Spruell

October 12, 2021

Supply Constraints

Energy drink machine Monster drink (NASDAQ: MNST) the shares have sold for five straight weeks after peaking at nearly $ 100 per share. The Company is experiencing logistics and supply chain iss...

New York and New England natural gas utilities warn customers of higher rates this winter

Robert Spruell

October 10, 2021

Supply Constraints

Utilities in New York and New England are warning customers to expect higher home heating bills this winter amid rising global demand and prices for natural gas. National Fuel Gas Distribution Cor...

Low supply of the new Apple Watch resulting in long queues

Robert Spruell

October 9, 2021

Supply Constraints

Apple Inc. started taking orders for its new smartwatch on Friday, but supply constraints mean some consumers won't get their hands on the product for nearly two months.In the afternoon, some stainless steel m...

High gas costs: what Biden plans to bring them down

Robert Spruell

October 7, 2021

Supply Constraints

President Joe Biden's administration has said it plans to release oil from emergency reserves, among other things, to help cut costs as gas prices rise in the United States. Gas prices hit a national...

RBI Policy: Preparing the Ground for Standardization

Robert Spruell

October 6, 2021

Supply Constraints

On the other hand, the informal sector continues to struggle, with job losses and income declines.By Prasanna BalachanderMuch has changed in the global and national context since the August meeting of the MPC....

Automakers order enough chips for record rebound in global production

Robert Spruell

October 5, 2021

Supply Constraints

The volume of semiconductors ordered by global automakers would allow them to build a record amount of vehicles when supply constraints ease, suggest order models from Europe's largest chipmaker, Infine...

About. A new 4.5 million square foot shopping center offering to come in 2021 in Indian cities

Robert Spruell

October 4, 2021

Supply Constraints

To say that COVID-19 has cast a shadow over India's retail sector is an understatement, and any hope of a quick comeback in 2020 has fallen flat. New shopping center completions - a leading indicator of th...

Inflation in September is expected to accelerate to 5-5.2%

Robert Spruell

October 3, 2021

Financial Slump

Expensive food due to weather-induced supply constraints and high oil prices likely pushed headline inflation to at least 5% in September, said the majority of economists polled by the Inquirer last week. Out...

Falling unemployment could add to worries about the US labor market

Robert Spruell

October 3, 2021

Supply Constraints

Many economists would like the unemployment rate to rise slightly.They are troubled by the rapid decline in the rate from its pandemic peak, as this partly reflects a lack of job seekers, which effectively lim...

Tesla announces record quarterly deliveries amid chip shortage

Robert Spruell

October 2, 2021

Supply Constraints

Even as more established automakers have reported slowing sales due to supply constraints, Tesla said on Saturday it saw a healthy increase in global deliveries of its electric cars in the third quarter.The co...

While waiting for the right price, India now faces a coal crisis

Robert Spruell

September 30, 2021

Supply Constraints

India's coal stocks have reached dangerously low levels and the alarm bells are ringing in the country's electricity sector. The country's thermal coal demand is reappearing as it recovers from the ...

Gold Holds Near 7-Week Low on Robust Dollar, Fed Fears Slowdown

Robert Spruell

September 30, 2021

Supply Constraints

Gold bars at Solar Capital Gold Zrt. in Budapest, Hungary, on March 10, 2016.Akos Stiller | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesGold prices edged up Thursday, but hovered near a seven-week low, limited by a strong doll...

FTSE gains and pound weakness could be due to month-end rebalancing flows

Robert Spruell

September 29, 2021

Supply Constraints

The pound's weakness could be due to rebalancing flows at the end of the month The weakness of the British pound is most likely the result of investors rebalancing their portfolios for...

Brexit choices exacerbate current mess – East Bay Times

Robert Spruell

September 28, 2021

Supply Constraints

By Hannah Ziady | CNN Rising energy bills, rising prices and a critical shortage of workers leading to food and fuel supply constraints threaten to delay Britain's recovery from the pandemic. The crises plagu...

Soaring gas prices are choking PetroChina with looming $ 3 billion loss

Robert Spruell

September 28, 2021

Supply Constraints

While most gas suppliers appear poised to benefit from a global spike in gas prices, PetroChina (HK: 857) is one of the few exceptions, as regulated prices and increasing import losses of gas is expected to we...

Axalta (AXTA) Updates Vision for Supply Chain and Input Constraints – September 27, 2021

Robert Spruell

September 27, 2021

Supply Constraints

Axalta Coating Systems Limited (AXTA Quick QuoteAXTA - Free Report) recently announced an update to its financial guidance for the third quarter and fiscal 2021 taking into accoun...

Labor, Material Constraints Behind Soaring Costs For Construction Companies, Property News & Top Stories

Robert Spruell

September 26, 2021

Supply Constraints

SINGAPORE - The costs of labor and building materials in the construction sector have skyrocketed since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, delaying projects and affecting the cash flow of companies in the S...

3 smart ways to cope with an IT supply shortage

Robert Spruell

September 24, 2021

Supply Constraints

Imagine your refrigerator breaks down due to a chip problem on the motherboard and you are told there is no ETA for parts. After weeks of waiting and temporary fixes, you finally decide to buy a new ...

BOJ maintains stable policy, offers darker view of exports and production

Robert Spruell

September 22, 2021

Supply Constraints

A man wearing a protective mask walks past the Bank of Japan headquarters amid the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak in Tokyo, Japan, May 22, 2020.REUTERS / Kim Kyung-HoonThe BOJ keeps its interest rate ...

Supply chain issues leading to shipping delays, massive cost increase before the holidays

Robert Spruell

September 21, 2021

Supply Constraints

(WXYZ) - You may not be hearing holiday music in stores yet, but you may have heard about holiday shopping earlier than usual due to lingering supply chain issues of the pandemic? Related: Artificial Christmas...

Hurricane damage in the United States will reduce Shell’s oil production through year-end

Robert Spruell

September 20, 2021

Supply Constraints

Oil rigs are seen in the Gulf of Mexico after Hurricane Ida made landfall in Louisiana, Grand Isle, Louisiana, United States on August 31, 2021. REUTERS / Marco BelloHOUSTON, Sept.20 (Reuters) - Royal Dutch Sh...

3 actions to avoid this week

Robert Spruell

September 19, 2021

Supply Constraints

Every weekend for the past few months I've tried to single out three stocks that will lose to the market in the coming week. My three stocks to avoid last week were al...

NVIDIA RTX 3060 cards with a different GPU spotted

Robert Spruell

September 18, 2021

Supply Constraints

Rj pierce, Tech Times September 18, 2021, 04:09 ...

Prepare for an Expensive Revenge Christmas |

Robert Spruell

September 18, 2021

Supply Constraints

Prepare for the Christmas revenge. After so many people in the US, UK and Eu...

GM extends downtime at crossover plants

Robert Spruell

September 16, 2021

Supply Constraints

DETROIT - General Motors has said it is extending downtime at several crossover assembly plants across North America as the global microchip shortage continues, but production at the factories that make its p...

Shanghai stainless steel futures hit record high amid supply issues

Robert Spruell

September 16, 2021

Supply Constraints

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NV Energy asks customers to conserve energy between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Robert Spruell

September 8, 2021

Supply Constraints

NEVADA (KTNV) - NV Energy is asking its customers to be more diligent in conserving energy on Wednesday and Thursday as excessive heat in the area can cause supply problems.The company claims to be able to pro...

The great shortage of Rolex watches

Robert Spruell

September 4, 2021

Supply Constraints

Let's say you are a wealthy business man or woman or a successful professional. You've taken the time to hone your craft, make the right career choices, climb the corporate ladder, and possibly get home in yo...

5.5 lakh people in TN missed second dose of Covaxin

Robert Spruell

August 29, 2021

Supply Constraints

Express news service CHENNAI: A total of 5,53,116 people in Tamil Nadu missed their second dose of Covaxin within the allotted time, according to data from the Directorate of Public Healt...