Why Supply Chain Pressure Is Increasing and What It Means for You | TrendsTalk

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Taylor St. Germain discusses the increasing supply chain pressures and their implications for businesses as they approach 2026.

This week on TrendsTalk, ITR Economist and Speaker Taylor St. Germain breaks down the return of global supply chain pressure and what it means for businesses heading into 2026. As geopolitical tensions disrupt key trade routes and demand continues to grow, many companies risk being caught off guard by longer lead times and rising uncertainty. What does the latest data say about where supply chains are headed and how should your business prepare? Tune in for key insights and forward-looking analysis.

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Host: Taylor St. Germain

Topics covered

• supply chain
• geopolitical tensions
• business preparation
• lead times
• global trade

Keywords

• supply chain pressure
• geopolitical tensions
• business insights
• lead times
• trade routes

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Organizations: ITR Economics

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