Exporters and companies interested in expanding to new export markets have some news to put a little bounce in their step. With the recent announcement by the Chinese government that it will float its currency, effectively raising the value of its money and making exports more affordable to its vast markets of consumers, and the launch of a new joint effort between the United States Postal Service and the US Commerce Department to boost exports among small to mid-sized businesses, exports have become a hot topic. For more information see the links below.
China’s Currency Shake-Up – Via Supply Chain Solutions
Postal Service, Commerce Department Launch Joint Exporting Program – Via DC Velocity
http://www.dcvelocity.com/articles/20100713usps_commerce_dept_initiative/