The Latest Breaking News from Supply chain

US diesel prices hit a record high of $5.85 as Iran war disrupts the flow of fuel

US Iran war: Diesel fuel has reached an unprecedented average price of $5.85 per gallon. This surge is directly linked to the ongoing six-month conflict with Iran. Higher fuel expenses are increasing transportation costs for many essential everyday items. Consumers may soon witness escalating prices on store shelves and online…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

US export controls actually helped China iron out tech supply chain 'chokepoints', report finds

While the US was busy imposing restrictions against China, Chinese startups were occupied filling gaps in the market.

TechRadar · Sep 3

Carrefour eyes India expansion via organic route, acquisitions

French retailer Carrefour has re-entered India through a partnership with Apparel Group. The company plans to open multiple stores across Delhi-NCR in the coming months. They will also expand into the western region by next summer. Carrefour is open to acquisitions to accelerate its growth strategy. The focus remains on…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Corning vs. Applied Materials: One Stock Beat the Other by 75 Percentage Points. The Better AI Infrastructure Play Is Clear.

Corning and Applied Materials both fuel the AI infrastructure boom, but from opposite ends of the chip supply chain. Here's the stronger buy.

Barchart · Aug 31

Indian businesses redesigning supply chain to capture new growth opportunities: Report

Indian businesses are actively redesigning supply chains for resilience and growth. Supplier diversification and strategic inventory are key priorities for companies. Technology adoption and entry into new markets are also significant drivers. India's trade growth will be defined by resilience and connectivity. Businesses are positioning inventory closer to customers for…

The Economic Times · Aug 31

Why Does It Feel Like Everything Is Being Recalled in 2026?

It is hard to walk down the supermarket aisle lately without wondering if anything in your cart is safe. From fresh produce and soft cheeses to eggs and packaged snacks, the steady stream of headlines regarding Salmonella, E. coli, and multi-state contamination warnings makes it feel like the entire food…

Grocery Coupon Guide · Aug 30

A $2 Billion Reason to Buy UPS Stock

UPS stock climbed after the company said it was investing more than $2 billion across its International, Healthcare, and Supply Chain Solutions businesses.

Barchart · Aug 29

The Last Time Money Fled U.S. Stocks, Emerging Markets Won for a Decade... But This Time Around, 'EM' Means Taiwan Semi and Samsung.

Active investors pulled $284 billion from U.S. stocks over the past year. The last time this happened, emerging markets crushed the S&P 500 for a decade. But today's EM index is stacked with names like TSMC, Samsung, and SK hynix, the same AI supply chain driving U.S. markets higher.

Barchart · Aug 29

Surging gold prices drive record margins despite mining costs rising 16% in Q1'26: World Gold Council

Gold producers achieved record margins and cash flows in early 2026. Rising royalty payments significantly increased mining costs during this period. Despite higher expenses, gold prices surged to historic highs. Miners maintained capital discipline, returning substantial funds to shareholders. Supply chain disruptions are expected to further impact costs in the…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

This American Battery Could Break China’s Grip On The EV Supply Chain

The next big EV breakthrough may have nothing to do with solid-state batteries.

InsideEVs · Aug 28