Inflation, COVID-19 Continue to Wreck the Global Supply Chain

By Logan Wamsley

Inflation continues to rise at historic levels. According to the Consumer Price Index, inflation is increasing at its fastest pace in 40 years a reported 7.9% increase in February. The reasons for such a steep climb are varied and include the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, which has among other things caused gas prices to…

What the Federal Reserve Will Do, and How Manufacturers Should Respond

By Logan Wamsley

As the meeting of the Federal Reserve on March 15-16 looms, companies across the economic landscape are eagerly awaiting the specifics regarding measures it will take to curb the historic inflation rates currently being seen in the U.S. In preparation for these actions, many financial entities are making predictions as to what the Fed’s measures…

Key Inflation Indicator Hits Highest Point in 30 Years, Says Federal Reserve

By Logan Wamsley

Today’s supply chain disruptions are not only affecting manufacturing industries, but also everyday consumers trying to purchase anything from chicken to golf clubs. Global climate trends, natural disasters, geopolitical tensions, shipping freight delays, and other such issues are combining with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic to create a perfect storm of challenges that makes 2021 one…