China’s expanded export curbs on rare earths have prompted Goldman Sachs to highlight significant risks to global supply chains. As nations try to secure critical minerals for industries such as semiconductors, China’s mining and refining dominance remains a pivotal challenge.

A new CNBC Supply Chain Survey indicates higher risks of empty store shelves in the months ahead, signaling potential challenges for US consumers. The survey suggests that supply chain disruptions may lead to less choice and availability of products across the nation.