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Analyzing the Global Trade Slump’s Impact on Small Companies

by Richie
10/21/2022
in Data & Analytics, Economic Indicators, Global Trade, Market Trends, Supply Chain

The current state of global trade is witnessing a slowdown, with small businesses particularly vulnerable to its repercussions, especially in Europe. This slowdown is marked by reduced demand and escalating energy expenses, affecting various sectors.

According to Tradeshift’s Index of Global Trade Health released recently, the UK and euro area experienced more pronounced declines in transaction volumes compared to China and the US in the third quarter. The index, which monitors orders processed by buyers and invoices from suppliers, revealed sector-specific impacts:

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  1. Manufacturing supply chains dropped 11 points below the expected range in the third quarter.
  2. Retail activity recorded its worst reading in 18 months, falling 9 points under the baseline.
  3. Transport and logistics remained in negative territory for the second consecutive quarter.

This downturn poses a significant challenge, especially for smaller suppliers who may lack the resilience to navigate such fluctuations. Tradeshift CEO Christian Lanng highlighted the plight faced by these suppliers, emphasizing the potential for financial difficulty leading to supply chain disruptions akin to those experienced during the pandemic.

Tradeshift, a San Francisco-based global digital trade network, initiated the index in July 2020. The analysis has shifted focus from the pandemic, now tracking quarter-on-quarter changes in light of the new challenges affecting the global economy.

Experts from ING foresee a sluggish recovery in 2023, foreseeing a collision between weakened consumer demand and surplus transport logistics capacity. They anticipate a marginal 1.2% growth in global goods trade for the following year, reflecting a broader trend of demand deceleration and persistent challenges in the energy and inflation sectors.

Several reports from entities like S&P Global and DHL echo this pessimistic outlook, with expectations of global trade growth falling below zero in 2022 and 2023. Factors contributing to this forecast include weakened consumer spending, escalating energy costs, geopolitical instability, and inflationary pressures, collectively impacting trade volumes.

Despite these grim projections, some shipping companies like Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd, and Matson have shown stock price recoveries in recent months, indicating potential investor resilience or anticipation of an eventual turnaround.

In the context of the US economic slowdown, the Port of Los Angeles has observed declining weekly import volumes, reinforcing concerns about global supply chain disruptions. Experts and industry figures are scheduled to discuss these issues and the current state of global supply chains in upcoming conferences.

These challenging times in global trade underscore the need for robust strategies and adaptive measures to navigate uncertainty, especially for smaller enterprises vulnerable to market swings. Stay tuned to The Supply Chain Report for further insights and updates on the evolving landscape of global trade.

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