World Goods Trade Gains Momentum Despite Middle East Conflict, AI Demand Cushions Blow: WTO
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The measure of world merchandise trade has risen to 102 points, supported by demand for artificial intelligence components, despite the pressures of the Middle East war, Hormuz turmoil and rising energy prices.
World merchandise trade has been strengthened since June despite geopolitical and policy-related uncertainties, reported the World Trade Organization on Wednesday, reflecting the resilience of merchandise flows, although risks remain high. The September reading of the WTO barometer, which measures the growth of merchandise trade, was 102, an improvement over the 101.7 recorded in June, and growth remains above the trend. The WTO publishes its Ba…
Resilient Global Trade: Navigating Geopolitical Uncertainties
Despite geopolitical and policy uncertainties, global trade in goods shows resilience according to a recent WTO report. The September merchandise trade barometer rose to 102, indicating above-trend growth, supported by strong demand for electronic components amid concerns over tensions impacting supply chains and transport.
Goods Trade Barometer rises to 102 in July, remaining above baseline level
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