En• In three new research reports this week, we dig into US retail supply chains in the back-to-school shopping season, India’s new restrictions on imports of personal computers and the potential effects of Myanmar’s mining restrictions in the tin sector.
• Reports of forced labor issues have emerged in two sectors this week. In apparel, H&M Hennes & Mauritz AB is reportedly investigating allegations of mistreatment at its suppliers in Myanmar. First Solar Inc. has reportedly found issues among its suppliers in Malaysia.
• Weak consumer discretionary demand is stil...
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