Supply Chain Research

Thailand’s imports jumped 20% on a year earlier in February, the fastest rate since January 2013 and above the 13% growth expected. That was likely due to a two thirds increase in energy prices as well as electrical component imports from Japan among others. Exports fell 3% – not as bad as feared – on lower vehicle shipments. Shipments to the U.S. inched ahead, Panjiva data shows, boosted by tire shipments and dishwashers. The latter is new vs. a year earlier, and reflects a shift in Samsung Electronics’ supply chain.