Export, Import and FDI News Around the World on Clubhouse (June 2nd)

We held the next discussion in the Global Tribe Club at Clubhouse on export, import and FDI news around the world, featuring Bill Edwards. Thanks to Bill who began his international business career 48 (!!) years ago, and stays up on what's happening in key markets through his companies biweekly blog. Don't miss signing up for that for free here. Bill shared additional perspectives here on Clubhouse.

The next discussion is June 30th, jump in here.

Come of the comments today...

• Ships off the cost of Los Angeles have decreased in number from over 120 to under 30.
• As China reopens, that backlog will likely begin to increase in 30-90 days.
• Russia's unprovoked war on Ukraine has diminished investment across the region.
• Countries like Hungary and Poland have suffered as well as attention is diverted by a madman.
• Even Finland is hurt partially, with 830 miles of shared border with rogue state Russia.
• Turkey is negatively impacted through inflation, reported as 70-150%, reducing investment.
• Trade is supported by reasonable, law-abiding leaders who lower risk and act responsibly.
• Gasoline pricing is also impacted, ranging US3.50 - 7.00 per gallon around the country.
• Predicting strong growth in Asia 4Q22-2023 including Thailand, Indonesia and China
• Already Japan is growing strongly and is coming back post-covid.
• Hot franchise opportunities globally are food and beverage, fitness and restaurants.
• Mexico attraction of manufacturing is booming, helped by the 75% content law (US-Mex-Can).
• SMBs account for 26% of total exports and include 96% of exporters in the US.
• Reach out to Global Chamber® for new opportunities to grow your business anywhere.

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