Supply Chain Finance

Companys network of at least 247 suppliers now vulnerable.

Global suppliers and investors must get used to slower expansion.

Aons 2013 risk map shows an increase in countries where political risk is lower, but problems may be lurking in supply chains.

Shrinking pool of young workers pushes up wages.

Chinas growing influence may disrupt regional trading blocs, says Goldmans ONeill.

In the wake of the Algerian hostage-taking, businesses look more closely at facilities in trouble spots.