Supply Chain Difficulties To Blame For Inflation, But MSCI Has Resources To Help

According to a new study by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, supply chain difficulties are to blame for about half the inflation the United States is experiencing. The bank reviewed nearly 100 categories of goods and services in the personal consumption expenditures price index to come up with its findings.

As BNN Bloomberg explained, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine earlier this year also has contributed to supply chain challenges and higher inflation and lockdowns in China also have exacerbated supply-chain disruptions.

MSCI understands that its members are facing significant supply chain challenges. Last week, we hosted a free, one-hour webinar with PGT Trucking President Gregg Troian that discussed shipping and supply chain challenges. This webinar addressed: the current and future outlook for the transportation industry; how businesses can refine their supply chain strategies with shipping partners; and innovative shipping programs that encompass all progressive transportation endeavors with a focus on reducing operating costs, fuel expenses, and carbon emissions.

If you are an MSCI member and missed this event, you can find a recording here.