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    Economic Outlook: Week of May 17, 2021

    Every week, Flexport Chief Economist Phil Levy gathers the most relevant news for the global trade community. Track major world economies, see what the latest indices reveal, and keep up with the facts and figures that could impact your business.Here’s the economic news you…

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    Economic Outlook: Week of May 10, 2021

    Every week, Flexport Chief Economist Phil Levy gathers the most relevant news for the global trade community. Track major world economies, see what the latest indices reveal, and keep up with the facts and figures that could impact your business. Here’s the economic news you…

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    Economic Outlook: Week of May 3, 2021

    Every week, Flexport Chief Economist Phil Levy gathers the most relevant news for the global trade community. Track major world economies, see what the latest indices reveal, and keep up with the facts and figures that could impact your business. Here’s the economic news you…

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    Economic Outlook: Week of April 26, 2021

    Every week, Flexport Chief Economist Phil Levy gathers the most relevant news for the global trade community. Track major world economies, see what the latest indices reveal, and keep up with the facts and figures that could impact your business. Here’s the economic news you…

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    Recent Trade Volatility Sheds Light on How Shippers Should Think About Forecasting

    Review the shipping industry's response to Covid-19 across ocean and air to shape forecasting ideas for year-end and 2021 with this recap of Flexport's recent trade webinar.

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    As Trade Agreements Unfold, Economic Stances Emerge Ahead of US Election

    Trade agreements explained to understand how outcome of US election will impact supply chains

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    Integrating Shipping Data Boosts ERP Systems with Visibility and Cost Savings

    By using freight forwarding technology that integrates with ERP systems, companies can unlock shipment data for better strategy and savings.

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    IMO 2020 Regulation: Are You Ready?

    Jamie Webster, Senior Director, Center for Energy Impact, with the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) recently spoked at FORWARD by Flexport on the IMO 2020 regulations. The focus: whether the world is truly ready for IMO 2020 compliance – and how everyone should prepare.

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