Disparate Adjustments Trade uncertainty is hitting everyone. China will reportedly flush its state-owned enterprises with cash, which may not improve their quality of governance but will keep them alive. Some are asking for similar aid to U.S. farmers. By contrast, Vietnam says it will unilaterally lower its trade barriers. When all is said and done, economists will be able to measure the various actions taken by politicians and the net effects on their citizenry. Hug a Farmer Bolstering more direct selling by farmers to consumers has been a policy goal of the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy. The concept is that eliminating middlemen will increase the economic benefit to the producers. The use of farmers markets and communi...
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From WPI Consulting
Weighing in on strategic realignment
WPI’s team was retained by the governing board of a U.S. industry organization to review a decision, reached by vote, to invest significant assets into the development and management of an export trading company. WPI’s team conducted a formal review of this decision and concluded that the current level of market saturation would limit the benefits of the investment. Based on WPI’s analysis and recommended actions, the board subsequently reversed its decision and undertook a strategic planning effort to identify more impactful investments. On behalf of numerous clients, WPI has not only assisted in identifying strategic paths but also advised their implementation.