2024年第四季度市场趋势报告（英）_7页_5mb

Q4 2024 Global Sourcing Barometer Summary

Global supply chains face increased disruptions from both new and old challenges, including conflicts, natural disasters, and labor strikes, such as the recent US East Coast dockworker strike. This impacts sourcing strategies, with Western buyers turning to China for holiday season preparation due to its resilience, despite growing US-China decoupling and risks tied to upcoming elections. Inspection and audit demand in China rose 21% YoY for Q3 2024, with electronics, homewares, and textiles/apparel seeing significant growth. Other regions like Latin America also show strong engagement, but regulatory pressures, including PFAS compliance tests (nearly doubled YoY), add complexity.

Southeast Asia had a generally positive Q3 but was hit by Typhoon Yagi, reducing demand in key countries like Vietnam. Bangladesh's garment sector remains troubled by labor issues and low compliance scores (∼37% violations related to wages/hours), though a recent agreement may offer relief. Overall, supply chain volatility and regulatory tightening create uncertainty, with the US election potentially influencing trade relations.

• Main Themes: Disruptions, China's prominence amid election risks, labor and weather impacts, rising compliance demands.
• QIMA Insights: Data highlights safety, quality, and human rights concerns in sourcing.