Rittener Reflections https://rittenerreflections.com/podcasts/rittener-reflections/ Worldwide trade has become increasingly complex, risky and unpredictable. Those who engage in cross-border trade have been forced to change long-standing practices and adjust their supply chain to continue providing the world with desired goods at an optimal cost. This coming year will continue to present those who engage in cross border trade with uncertainty and challenge. This podcast is intended to offer my reflections on this critical topic. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:25:50 +0000 en-US © 2025 Rittener Reflections A Podcast on Trade Jeff Rittener episodic Worldwide trade has become increasingly complex, risky and unpredictable. Those who engage in cross-border trade have been forced to change long-standing practices and adjust their supply chain to continue providing the world with desired goods at an optimal cost. This coming year will continue to present those who engage in cross border trade with uncertainty and challenge. This podcast is intended to offer my reflections on this critical topic. Rittener Reflections info@rittenerreflections.com false http://rittenerreflections.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Show_Icon.jpg Rittener Reflections https://rittenerreflections.com/podcasts/rittener-reflections/ info@rittenerreflections.com Worldwide trade has become increasingly complex, risky and unpredictable. Those who engage in cross-border trade have been forced to change long-standing practices and adjust their supply chain to continue providing the world with desired goods at an optimal cost. This coming year will continue to present those who engage in cross border trade with uncertainty and challenge. This podcast is intended to offer my reflections on this critical topic. 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