Supply Chain Pressure Index in World increased to 0.07 points in July from 0 points in June of 2025. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for Global Supply Chain Pressure Index.

The global supply chain pressure index reached ***** points in April 2024, down from **** points in the previous month. After the challenging conditions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the supply chain pressure index has returned to the pre-pandemic levels.

This dataset provides values for SUPPLY CHAIN PRESSURE INDEX reported in several countries. The data includes current values, previous releases, historical highs and record lows, release frequency, reported unit and currency.

Cocoa powder prices surged YoY in MEA, rising up to 80% in Dec 2024. 2025 outlook remains steady with improved supply and stable processing.

The global fuel energy price index stood at 153.15 index points in May 2025, up from 100 in the base year 2016. Figures decreased that month due to lower heating fuel demand and a fall in crude oil prices. The fuel energy index includes prices for crude oil, natural gas, coal, and propane. Supply constraints across multiple commodities The global natural gas price index surged nearly 11-fold, and the global coal price index rose almost seven-fold from summer 2020 to summer 2022. This notable escalation was largely attributed to the Russia-Ukraine war, exerting increased pressure on the global supply chain. Global ramifications of the Russia-Ukraine war The invasion of Ukraine by Russia played a role in the surge of global inflation rates. Notably, Argentina bore the brunt, experiencing a hyperinflation rate of 92 percent in 2022. The war also exerted a significant impact on global gross domestic product (GDP) growth. Saudi Arabia emerged with a notable increase of nearly three percent, as several Western nations shifted their exports from Russia to Middle Eastern countries due to the sanctions imposed on the former.

Toluene TDI prices in India dropped from ₹93/KG in Oct 2023 to ₹73/KG in Oct 2024. Get 2025 forecast & market insights from Expert Market Research.

In early 2024, the global spot price of aniline experienced sustained downward pressure due to weak demand across major downstream sectors, including MDI (methylene diphenyl diisocyanate), dyes, and rubber processing chemicals.

The global plastic parts and packaging industry continues to face potential volatility. Trade uncertainties due to tariffs, particularly involving the US, Mexico, Canada, and China, are creating cost pressures for manufacturers who must consider pricing adjustments or supply chain realignments. Shifts in petrochemical prices further complicates cost management, pushing companies to explore alternative materials to stabilize input costs. Meanwhile, e-commerce growth has driven higher demand for packaging but also raised environmental concerns, prompting a shift toward sustainable packaging solutions like biodegradable and recycled materials. Regulations on single-use plastics, especially in the EU, Australia, and Kenya, are pushing manufacturers to adopt more sustainable practices. The Asia-Pacific region sees robust growth due to an expanding population, rising incomes, and lower labor costs, though the broader industry is experiencing slower growth due to economic stagnation and plastic price declines. Despite these challenges, industry revenue has remained resilient and is forecast to grow at a CAGR of 2.9% to $884.3 billion through the end of 2025, with 1.9% growth expected during the current year alongside steady profit. Global demand for plastic products has been healthy over the past five years. Various manufacturing industries use plastic products, including food and beverages, household chemicals, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, furniture, and appliances. Global consumer spending has grown, stimulating demand for various goods. Earlier volatility due to pandemic-related disruptions and inflationary pressure on costs presented a historical challenge to the industry. Over the next five years, rising global consumer spending e-commerce and online grocery will increase the demand for plastic packaging, particularly in the food, beverage, and consumer goods sectors. The healthcare and pharmaceutical industries are also driving demand as populations age and require more medical products, which need safe packaging. Additionally, economic growth in regions like Asia is expanding the middle class and diversifying consumption patterns, boosting the demand for plastic packaging across a range of products. As environmental concerns grow, the industry faces challenges in integrating recycled content without compromising quality and performance. Industry revenue is expected to rise at a CAGR of 2.4% to $995.9 billion through the end of 2030.

Ethylene polymer prices reached $917/MT in Dec 2024. Discover 2025 forecasts, trends, and supply insights from Expert Market Research.

In May 2025, the UK inflation rate was 3.6 percent, with prices rising fastest in the housing, water, electricity, gas, and other fuels sector, which had an inflation rate of 7.8 percent. In this month, prices were rising in all sectors, with prices rising at the slowest pace in the clothing and footwear sector. UK inflation falls in 2024 After reaching a peak of 11.1 percent in October 2022, the CPI inflation rate in the UK gradually declined over several months, falling to a low of 1.7 percent by August 2024. An uptick in inflation has occurred since that month, however, and by the end of the year, inflation was at 2.5 percent above the Bank of England's target rate of two percent. Going into 2025, recent forecasts suggest that over the course of the year, inflation will average out at 2.6 percent, with the two percent target not met on an annual basis until at least 2029. Roots of the inflation crisis This long period of high inflation that the UK and much of the world experienced had its roots in the post-pandemic economic recovery of 2021. During that year, as consumer demand returned, global supply chains struggled to return to full capacity, resulting in prices rising. With inflation already elevated going into 2022, Russia's invasion of Ukraine added even more inflationary pressures to the global economy. European markets which were heavily reliant on Russian oil and gas gradually phased out hydrocarbons from their economies. Food prices were also heavily impacted due to Ukraine's difficulty in exporting its agricultural products.

PCSE linear and non-linear effect of GVC on ES of developed countries.

In recent years, the industry has faced recurring headwinds that have tempered major profit growth. Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) have seen revenue streams under pressure as major ocean carriers expand direct-to-shipper services, bypassing traditional intermediaries. Rising cargo theft has elevated liability burdens, as NVOCCs remain responsible for shipments at sea despite not handling the goods directly. There’s also heightened scrutiny surrounding fraudulent practices like double brokering, which erodes industry trust and shrinks potential revenue by allowing unauthorized intermediaries to intercept commissions. Because of this, businesses have increased investments in advanced tracking technologies to combat cargo theft and rigorous anti-fraud screening, although these measures introduce higher cost bases and suppress net profitability gains. Increased insurance premiums add to the costs as liability concerns persist. Concurrent market dynamics have presented opportunities and challenges over the past five years. Distressed cargo space availability increased the cost of securing shipboard slots, ultimately boosting gross revenue as rates climbed. Yet, any resulting topline growth has been tempered, as price increases cycle back into elevated payments to carriers. Technological adaptation has become more crucial as supply chain diversification complicates operations, requiring platforms to track movements across multiple carrier-shippers and automate compliance for a wider array of client demands. From 2020 through 2025, industry revenue grew at a CAGR of 7.2% to reach $164.3 billion, capping the period with a 1.4% uptick in 2025. While profit levels recovered from pandemic lows, they failed to advance after 2022 because of persistent cost pressures. Looking ahead, carrier alliances appear set to create additional challenges for NVOCCs, introducing new layers of complexity with altered shipping routes and the potential for higher space rates as maritime companies adjust capacity. These market shifts may squeeze profit since any advantage from expanded options for shippers comes with new demands for sophisticated transportation management systems (TMS) to maintain shipment oversight during schedule and route adjustments. Continued trade tariff disputes and the sector-wide shift toward digitization are sharpening demand for services like Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification and for implementation of electronic bills of lading (EBLs), which represents another operational commitment for NVOCCs aiming to remain competitive in a digital logistics marketplace. Investments in these upgrades, while necessary, raise concerns about the viability of simultaneously pursuing more ambitious initiatives in sustainability or large-scale workforce expansion. Revenue will expand at a CAGR of 1.5% over the next five years to 2030, reaching $177.1 billion.

Long run and short run effects of GVC and energy security system of developed and developing countries.