{"id":2134,"date":"2025-05-12T15:55:38","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T22:55:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/global.craft.co\/?p=2134"},"modified":"2025-05-12T15:55:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T22:55:38","slug":"the-risk-savvy-report-april-22-may-12-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/global.craft.co\/blog\/the-risk-savvy-report-april-22-may-12-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"The Risk Savvy Report: April 22 – May 12, 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

Welcome to this edition of <\/span>The Risk Savvy Report<\/span><\/i>, where we break down the latest headlines impacting supply chains around the world. Below are alerts from April 22 – May 12, 2025, from shifting tariff policies and rising bankruptcy risks to labor unrest and port disruptions.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Latest on Tariffs<\/h2>\n

US and China reach a deal to slash sky-high tariffs for now, with a 90-day pause<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

The U.S. and China have agreed to a 90-day pause in escalating tariffs, easing import costs and boosting short-term market confidence. While both sides rolled back major duties, analysts warn the truce is fragile, leaving manufacturers and logistics providers uncertain about future trade dynamics<\/span><\/p>\n

U.S. Ports Empty Ahead of Tariff Spike<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Importers are racing against the clock, front-loading shipments to avoid impending tariff increases. This early rush has led to a sudden drop in current port activity, with facilities across the U.S. reporting empty berths and falling container volumes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Maersk: US-China Trade War Will Reshape Global Container Demand<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Shipping giant Maersk has issued a stark warning: escalating tensions between the U.S. and China may lead to a global decline in container demand. The shift could force realignment of shipping routes and logistics strategies worldwide.<\/span><\/p>\n

LA & Long Beach Ports See 44% Drop in Docked Vessels<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

America\u2019s busiest port complex is facing a sharp slowdown, with a 44% decrease in vessel traffic reported. Analysts attribute the drop to a combination of front-loaded imports and longer-term demand uncertainty tied to tariff escalation.<\/span><\/p>\n

South Florida Ports Face Tariff Pressure<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Tariff changes are expected to significantly alter import volumes at South Florida\u2019s major shipping gateways. Stakeholders are bracing for longer customs processing times, rising costs, and rerouted shipments.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bankruptcies & Financial Risk<\/h2>\n

Rite Aid Files Second Bankruptcy, Shuttering Nearly 50 Stores<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Pharmacy chain Rite Aid has entered bankruptcy for the second time, announcing the closure of close to 50 stores nationwide. The move highlights ongoing turbulence in retail supply chains and the challenges of balancing rising operating costs with shifting consumer behavior.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Supply Chain & Freight Issues<\/h2>\n

Maersk Warns of Declining Container Volumes Amid Trade Tensions<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

In a follow-up to earlier statements, Maersk doubled down on its forecast of shrinking global container volume, signaling potential challenges for port operators, freight forwarders, and carriers reliant on East-West trade lanes.<\/span><\/p>\n

6 Sea Robberies in Singapore Strait Raise Maritime Security Alarms<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

A spike in sea robberies\u2014six reported incidents in April alone\u2014has prompted new concerns over maritime safety in the Singapore Strait\u2019s Phillip Channel, a critical shipping artery. Vessel operators are being urged to heighten onboard security protocols.<\/span><\/p>\n

LA Port Trucking Jobs at Risk as Shipping Slows<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

With vessel calls down sharply, the slowdown is now hitting downstream logistics. Trucking companies serving the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are reporting reduced hours and looming layoffs as freight volumes decline.<\/span><\/p>\n

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We hope these insights have enhanced your understanding of supplier risk in the global supply chain, making you evermore risk savvy.<\/p>\n

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