Tom Lister, the CEO of Global Ship Lease, discusses the impact of Trump's tariffs and the ongoing crises in the Middle East on global shipping.
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- The shipping industry is influenced by tariffs, regulations, and economic factors, with many new ships being built in China.
- Larger container ships are mainly used on major trade routes, while smaller ships serve other markets. 1m 14s
- Geopolitical crises can increase shipping prices due to disruptions, benefiting the industry if demand holds. 1m 57s
- Insurance costs for shipping through the Red Sea have tripled, and rates for the Strait of Hormuz are highly volatile. 3m 30s
- Increased insurance and shipping costs are eventually passed on to consumers. 4m 1s
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