Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply warned soaring shipping costs could push up consumer prices in 2026.
CIPS said cracks are forming in global supply chains for computers, machinery, and transport equipment.
Procurement leaders reported the highest supply disruption concerns in two years.
Shipping and logistics face the steepest increases, with 22% seeing costs rise over 10%.
Computer prices also climbed, with Lenovo and Dell raising prices by about 15%.
Spot shipping rates between Asia and the US jumped nearly 30% in weeks.
CIPS blamed tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and volatile trade rules.
Chief executive Ben Farrell said volatility now defines global trade, not disruption.
Soaring Shipping Costs Threaten Sharp Rise in Consumer Prices
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