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Panic buying rises amid economic uncertainty
Last month, U.S. retail sales rose by 1.4 percent, with a 4.2 percent increase year-over-year. At first glance, these numbers might signal strong consumer confidence. But a closer look reveals a more urgent and complex story, one driven by anxiety rather than optimism. Consumers are not spending
Benedicta PhilemonDecision Intelligence Analyst
Vietnam's delicate balance in the U.S.-China trade war
Vietnam, once celebrated as a rising manufacturing powerhouse in the wake of U.S.-China trade tensions, now faces mounting uncertainty. At the heart of the issue is a proposed 46% U.S. tariff on Vietnamese exports, part of a broader push to address perceived trade imbalances and crack down on transshipment.
Benedicta PhilemonDecision Intelligence Analyst
Temu and Shein rethink growth: why supply chain resilience is the new competitive edge
The U.S. has long allowed packages valued under $800 to enter the country free of tariffs through the de minimis exemption, a critical advantage for platforms such as Shein and Temu. This exemption facilitated a wave of ultra-affordable imports, reshaping how American consumers engage with fashion.
Benedicta PhilemonDecision Intelligence Analyst
Argentina's EV revolution: why Chinese automakers are winning the global price war
In Argentina, the EV market is quietly transforming. A government decision to slash import tariffs has opened the gates for foreign competition and revealed a deeper strategic shift in consumer behavior and global automotive dynamics.
Benedicta PhilemonDecision Intelligence Analyst
How global trade tensions are shaking consumer confidence
Over the past year, global markets have been walking a tight rope. Inflationary pressures, tightening monetary policy, and persistent geopolitical instability have created an uneasy investment climate, further destabilized by new U.S. tariffs.
Benedicta PhilemonDecision Intelligence Analyst
Global markets in turmoil: what it means for businesses and consumers
The first quarter of 2025 upended long-standing market trends. The S&P 500 tumbled 4.6%, its worst since 2022, while European stocks soared. The Stoxx 600 outperformed the S&P by 17 points, the widest gap on record.
Benedicta PhilemonDecision Intelligence AnalystSee Rwazi working on your category.
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