Regional Updates MEDITERRANEAN/MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA Afghanistan’s takeover by the Taliban could slow the development work on Iran’s Chabahar port which has been a cooperative project of Iran, India, and Afghanistan. Experts have commented that the Taliban would be more likely to support the use of Pakistan ports rather than one in Iran. Afghanistan also has a very small border area with China that could see an expansion of joint trade if China recognizes the Taliban government. Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Grain Elevators has seen profits increase by 33.1 percent as poultry farmers switched to compound feed due to the shortage of raw materials for on-farm feed production. The company also reported that its p...
What You Need to Know Today: Crude oil prices extended their rally today, supported by several developments, including escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabian oil infrastructure and growing concerns about supply disruptions. The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to remove 50 perc...
Regional News Dry weather across the UK and Europe is becoming increasingly concerning for the 2027 crops as planting intentions are lowered amid dry soil conditions. Delayed sowing or establishment under adverse conditions could leave crops more vulnerable to frost/freeze events and dise...
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.