Supply Chain Risk Outlook

13 July

Supply Chain Risk Outlook

The Great Supply Chain Squeeze

Supply chain risk is rising globally. Over the past five years, trade resilience has deteriorated in 157 countries, which together account for more than 90% of global trade. As a result, supply chain leaders are having to make tougher decisions. Tariffs, conflict, regulatory fragmentation, geopolitical realignment, environmental shocks and human rights risks are becoming constant features of the global operating environment.

This report combines Verisk Maplecroft’s proprietary Global Risk Data with analysis from a team of experts, to reveal the opportunities and threats facing global supply chains in 2026 within five insights, highlighting:

  • Emerging supply chain vulnerabilities
  • Conflict and trade-related risks
  • Forced labour exposure
  • Shifting transport corridors
  • New sourcing opportunities

Download the Supply Chain Risk Outlook: The Great Supply Chain Squeeze today.

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