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    Energy Prices - Another Siphon on U.S. Consumer Demand?

    Of late, energy prices have been on the rise. What might this mean for consumers and for monetary policy in the months ahead?

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    Trade Credit Insurance: Protect Your Cash Flow With Flexport Insurance Solutions’ Newest Offering

    Flexport Insurance Solutions is now offering trade credit insurance (TCI). This type of policy covers a B2B company’s accounts receivable in the event a buyer is unable to pay.

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    Everything You Need to Know About Outsourcing Fulfillment, Part 2

    Knowing when to shift from in-house to an outsourced fulfillment provider is vital to your business’ success—but how do you know when it’s time? Learn more in this three-part series.

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    In Focus - India’s goods exports

    The IMF projected India to be the world’s fastest growing large economy over the next two years. Yet on trade, India has largely struggled to achieve escape velocity from the pull of protectionism.

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  • Two dock workers in hard hats and safety vests talk while walking between stacked shipping containers at a port.
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    Logistics Rewired: Discussing the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative with FMC Commissioner Carl Bentzel

    Flexport’s recent Logistics Rewired webinar featured a panel with FMC Commissioner Bentzel discussing the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative (MTDI).

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    Energetic Inflation - Flexport Weekly Economic Report

    Whether August CPI showed an alarming revival of inflation or a minor uptick depends heavily on the weight one gives to volatile energy prices. Regardless, U.S. inflation remains well above the Fed’s target and above market expectations.

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    Flexport Indicators For Press

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    Supply Chain Snapshots - News of the Week (September 18, 2023)

    Looking for a quick summary of the top supply chain and logistics news from the past week? Read our weekly "Supply Chain Snapshots" for summaries and commentary to get you up-to-speed.

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