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Apple disappoints with forecast dogged by supply chain struggles

Apple anticipates slower sales growth this quarter due to supply chain issues. The company faces challenges in obtaining necessary parts for product delivery. This forecast led to a significant drop in Apple's stock value. Despite strong third-quarter results, future growth faces component shortages. Executives highlighted supply limitations rather than a…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

The ripple effect of El Nino runs from village fields to corporate boardrooms

A deficient monsoon warning flags many districts at risk across India. Reduced agricultural yields will increase food inflation and rural income pressures. Water scarcity and energy demand will intensify for businesses nationwide. Climate volatility impacts supply chains and operational risks for all sectors. Businesses must integrate climate intelligence for future…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

India’s next phase of textile growth hinges on winning global buyers’ confidence: Messe Frankfurt

The upcoming Gartex Texprocess India, jointly organised by Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt Ltd and MEX Exhibitions Pvt Ltd, will be held in Delhi from August 6 to 8 and will feature more than 250 exhibitors.

The Economic Times · Jul 30

The Power of Information: Expert Explains How Artificial Intelligence Is Optimizing Supply Chains

The efficiency of global supply chains has long been measured by the ability to do more with less: lean inventories, fast deliveries, and synchronized operations across multiple continents. However, a series of events—including the COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical conflicts, raw material shortages, climate change, and trade instability—has shown that speed alone…

inkl · Jul 29

Trump bans new Chinese robots and power inverters over security fears

Explaining the decision, the FCC said the targeted products could expose the country to supply chain risks and cyber threats. "These devices could create supply chain vulnerabilities that could disrupt US economic and national security and could create a cybersecurity risk that threatened American critical infrastructure," the agency said. FCC…

The Times of India · Jul 29

Trump Administration Bans New Chinese AI Robots and Power Inverters Over National Security Fears: 'These Devices Could Create Supply Chain Vulnerabilities'

The Federal Communications Commission’s latest restrictions target emerging Chinese technologies that U.S. officials say could threaten America’s AI infrastructure, critical supply chains and cybersecurity.

Benzinga · Jul 29

Tiny crystals from a 17th-century shipwreck hold secrets of a global supply chain at the dawn of capitalism

Few episodes occupy a darker place in maritime history than the wreck of the Batavia.

The Conversation · Jul 29

Chips & Clips: Memory Tariffs Rewire Tech Supply Chains

Potential U.S. tariffs on Chinese memory chips could boost Micron's pricing power and margins, while Apple faces rising component costs that threaten its hardware margins and premium valuation.

MarketBeat · Jul 28

Spain identified a rare-earth deposit that could supply one-third of Europe's needs: could this massive discovery reduce foreign reliance, or will environmental battles kill it?

Europe might sit on its own green energy goldmine. Deep in central Spain, a major rare-earth deposit was discovered. It holds enough critical monazite to supply one-third of Europe’s needs. That could finally cut reliance on China for EV magnets. But there is a big catch. Severe drought and local…

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Air India's stumble creates a bigger problem than aviation duopoly

Tata's Air India faces major losses and market share decline. The airline's turnaround is a decade-long endeavor due to legacy issues. Global supply chain disruptions further complicate fleet modernization plans. These challenges weaken Air India's ability to compete with IndiGo. This situation raises concerns about future market competition and passenger…

The Economic Times · Jul 28