Macroeconomics: Commodity and Input Prices
The distribution community has faced unprecedented challenges in managing input costs and budgets due to volatile commodity prices since the start of the pandemic. While the slowing macroeconomic environment signals a pivotal shift from the aggressive pace of 2021 and early 2022, many commodities are now experiencing declining prices, creating a new set of opportunities and challenges for distribution leaders. In this session, Alex Chausovsky, Director of Analytics & Consulting at Miller Resource Group, will provide an in-depth look at the factors driving commodity and input prices and their implications for the distribution industry.
Key Topics Discussed
- Understanding Price Drivers
- Current Trends and Future Outlook
- Strategic Guidance for Leaders
- Preparing for What’s Next
This session will equip you with the tools and insights needed to navigate the complexities and make informed decisions to protect your margins and drive sustainable growth.
About Alex Chausovsky
Alex Chausovsky, Vice President, Analytics & Consulting, Miller Resource Group, is a highly experienced market researcher and analyst with more than twenty years of expertise across subjects including economics, industrial manufacturing, automation, and advanced technology trends. For the last two decades, he has consulted and advised companies throughout the US and Canada, Europe, South America, and Asia. He has delivered hundreds of keynote presentations and webinars to small businesses, trade associations, and Fortune 500 companies across a spectrum of industries. Alex is currently overseeing a suite of analytics products focused on talent for the Miller Resource Group. He is also consulting with companies to help them become better at attracting, hiring, and retaining the impact players in their industry.