Prices for consumer goods could surge in 2026 as shipping, energy, and raw material costs continue to climb, according to Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply.
CIPS said cracks are forming in global supply chains, especially for computers, electrical machinery, and transport equipment.
A late-2025 survey showed supply chain disruption concerns at a two-year high.
Procurement leaders reported shipping costs as the fastest-rising expense, with many seeing increases above 10%.
Rising freight rates from Asia to the US and Europe are already feeding inflation pressure.
CIPS warned volatility may become permanent amid geopolitical tensions and trade uncertainty.
Consumer Prices Face Rise as Shipping Costs Spike, CIPS Warns
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