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Mexico is solidifying its position as a critical player in global trade, especially with key partners on the Pacific Rim, including 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮, 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻, 𝗞𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗮, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀, and other 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. By 2030, the country is set to host Latin America’s largest container port, surpassing Panama and Brazil, and becoming a cornerstone for international trade in the region. As the 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮, Mexico is leveraging the benefits of the 𝗨𝗦𝗠𝗖𝗔 𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗲 and 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀, particularly in the automotive sector, while maintaining competitive labor costs over the long term. From expanding infrastructure to fostering economic integration, Mexico’s rise represents a win-win for its partners and businesses investing in this dynamic region. https://lnkd.in/daB-mBpf #logistics #RiskInteligence #USMCA #GlobalTrade #EmergingMarkets #AutomotiveIndustry

In this challenging landscape, Samsung's reliance on timely product advancement, qualification consistency, and competitive yield rates at cutting-edge nodes poses notable risks. Although Samsung shows promise with future-oriented tech, the delay in client acquisition and lower-than-expected profitability illustrate the importance of rigorous risk management—especially in securing key clients and ensuring seamless production scaling. Execution will be key in the upcoming quarters to achieve sustainable growth amidst strong market competition. Despite these setbacks, Samsung remains optimistic: • 𝗛𝗕𝗠𝟯𝗘 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀: Mass production is expected by Q4, with over 50% of HBM sales projected for Q4, plus potential supply to NVIDIA. • 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵: Samsung is advancing 2nm tech for FY 2025, aiming to regain its footing in the foundry business and challenge industry leader TSMC. Although facing short-term hurdles, Samsung’s ambitions for cutting-edge HBM and sub-2nm tech hint at a possible turnaround for FY 2025. #Samsung #Semiconductors #AI #enterpriseriskmanagement #financialrisk #innovation #businessintelligence  https://lnkd.in/eZnsQsUd

Interesting to observe multiple dichotomies in Intel's Q3 results: While revenue declined 5.8% y-o-y, shares rose 7% in extended trading. This points to exceeding Analyst expectations even with lower results. Revenue: $13.28B vs. $13.02B expected. Q4 guidance is above consensus as well. Another dichotomy is in segment sales and this aligns with market trends overall. The Data Center and AI business reported growth to $3.35B beating expectations. However, chips for laptops and desktops, brought in revenue of $7.3B, compared to $7.8B in Q3 2023. Foundry segment reported $4.35B revenue with new custom chip deals for Amazon and Microsoft. https://lnkd.in/esBKg_Wu #Intel #Earnings #Tech #RiskManagment #Restructiring #semiconductors

How will a port strike affect your operations and supply chain? What are the risk factors sustaining and increasing risk impacts? Read our latest blog on the U.S. dockworker strike for risk and mitigation insights and preparing for future disruptions. The recent U.S. port strike, which began on October 1, 2024, at major East and Gulf Coast ports, has been temporarily resolved after three days of negotiations. The strike, led by the International Longshoremen's Association (ILA), sought a halt to automation and a 77% wage increase. A temporary agreement was reached with a 62% wage hike, with further discussions expected in January 2025. Contact us for detailed risk analytics on indicators contributing and resulting from disruptions. https://lnkd.in/eF3RgrY5 #PortStrike #SupplyChain #RiskManagement #Logistics #Manufacturing #GeoPoliticalRisk #BusinessContinuity #SupplyChainDisruption

Our Managing Partner Rekha Menon-Varma, spoke at the #SEMI Global Sustainability Forum on September 6, 2024, highlighting the importance of strategic approaches to meet the EU’s #CSRD requirements. She focused on the complexities of global value chains in the #semiconductor industry, offering practical insights on aligning ESG capabilities with evolving regulations including #materiality within the value chain. She also gave a quick view into Vertaeon analytics for environmental risks, governance incidents, and global geopolitical hotspots in the semiconductor value chain. Jordan Famularo, PhD #SEMI #CSRD #ESG #sustainability #strategy #valuechain #enterpriseriskmanagement Vertaeon LLC

Canada, following the US and EU, is moving to impose a 100% tariff on imports of EVs shipped from China, alongside a 25% tariff on Chinese steel and aluminum. Duties on EVs will come into effect on October 1st, and those on steel and aluminum on October 15th. IMPACT? This move is poised to immediately impact Tesla, with shipments from Shanghai. According to Bloomberg, the number of cars arriving from China at the port of Vancouver rose more than five-fold last year, to 44,400, after Tesla started shipping Model Y vehicles made there. The new tariffs will also reportedly affect Polestar shipments and BYD entry plans to Canada. The resulting price increases—whether from the tariffs themselves or the cost of shifting production to higher-priced regions—have the potential to affect companies' profitability and consumer prices. #EV #Tariff #Geopoliticalrisk #Businessintelligence #enterpriseriskmanagement #operationalrisk Source: https://lnkd.in/gnqYkmca

Vertaeon has been analyzing major #risk trends with direct or indirect impact to #operations and #supply chains for over three years. Our Weekly Risk Highlights, which are now available to access, can help you shortlist focus areas, assess impact, and plan continuity. Subscribe today to read analysis each week!  https://lnkd.in/em55Veuf Headlines for Week of 08/04/2024 below. #FinancialRisks: Negative trend for unemployment causing high volatility Weak U.S. economic data, higher unemployment rate at 4.3%, and continued high interest rates leading to major stock market losses and a spike in global volatility. This uncertainty is affecting investor confidence and could result in more unpredictability in capex investments and company growth initiatives in the near term. #TechnologyRisks: Divergence in the Semiconductor Sector Nvidia is thriving with over 114% YTD gains, while Intel has faced a dramatic 60% decline in market cap. This stark contrast underscores the rapid evolution within the tech industry and highlights the need for companies to adapt to shifting technological advancements such as AI. #MacroeconomicRisks: Construction trends Steel rebar prices in China have hit their lowest level since 2017 pointing to potential export surge and global price impact. This price drop could lead to increased competition and affect global supply chains for building materials. #ClimateRisks: ‘Megaquake’ A 7.1M earthquake off Japan’s coast triggered a tsunami advisory, highlighting the need for updated disaster preparedness. The high-probability for another event underscores the importance of robust risk management and contingency strategies to mitigate the impact on business operations and supply chains. #GeopoliticalRisks: Resin dumping South Korea is investigating anti-dumping claims against Chinese and Taiwanese resin imports, potentially leading to increased tariffs. This investigation could disrupt the resin supply chain and impact industries reliant on these materials. #riskintelligence #resilience #enterpriseriskmanagement #businessintelligence

Recent tariff increases from the US and EU bring significant opportunities for domestic manufacturers while adding complexity in the short-to-mid-term for companies with global operations. What are the key topics to be considered for the sector and company impacts? How can we address these effectively? Check out our latest blog on the subject and Contact Us for more detailed and ongoing analytics on trade patterns and changes in global market structure. https://lnkd.in/e2WsXRtE #Tariffs #TradePolicy #GlobalTrade #Manufacturing #RiskManagement #SupplyChain #GeoPoliticalrisk #EnterpriseRiskManagement #BusinessContinuity

Exciting News! Vertaeon is proud to announce that we have joined the global semiconductor trade association SEMI: www.semi.org As an active member of SEMI, we are committed to driving innovation and excellence within the semiconductor industry. Our goal is to provide cutting-edge market intelligence, real-time monitoring, and comprehensive analytics to benefit both semiconductor manufacturers and consumers. More news to come soon on how Vertaeon is concretely planning on helping the Semiconductor industry sector. #SEMI #SemiconductorIndustry #Innovation #MarketIntelligence Vertaeon LLC