Executive Order Bans Luxury Goods to Russia & More

Executive Order Bans Luxury Goods to Russia & More

On March 11, President Joe Biden issued an executive order that bans luxury goods headed to Russia. This includes vehicles, jewelry, high-end alcohol, and high-end watches. A fact sheet states that Russians import about $550 million worth of these goods a year. New banking-related and financing restrictions have also been announced, as well as blocking…

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Major Shipping Disruptions to/from Europe

Major Shipping Disruptions to/from Europe

Shippers that export containers from both Northern Europe and Mediterranean origins heading westward to North America, have faced difficult conditions over the last several months. However, the factors leading to these issues have continued to worsen, and the situation has degraded rapidly. While the Ukrainian Conflict has not helped matters, it is also not completely…

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