Supply Chain Research

The Chinese government has produced a 117 page document as part of the two countries’ 100 day program to improve trade with the U.S. From a technical perspective this addresses U.S. concerns about the trade deficit, flagging a belief that the U.S. overstates the deficit. Panjiva analysis shows the U.S. assessment of its deficit is on average 38% higher that China’s. The document also identifies eight product areas where Chinese imports could increase – but none outside steel where exports may be cut. Panjiva data shows the U.S. currently accounts for 11% of the $496 billion of imports re...