Anthony (Tony) Winkels holds an MBA from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, and is Managing Partner at Fortis Wealth Management

Supply Chain and Investing

Supply Chain and Investing

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A product is only as good as its inputs, and when it comes to investing in cutting-edge technology, the availability and affordability of product inputs can make the difference between an exceptional return on investment and a bankrupt company.  One such example is the case of the semiconductors required for new auto and truck models, as described in this article. 

In an environment with pent-up consumer demand and abundant funding available in the form of stimulus checks and ultra-low interest rates, potential car buyers are eager to purchase, but auto manufacturers are hamstrung by a global shortage of the necessary semiconductors.  Investors can search for both risks and opportunities in supply-chain disruptions like this. Understanding the interconnectivity of products and inputs is a crucial element in supply-chain investing.

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- Anthony Winkels is Managing Partner and Wealth Advisor at Fortis Wealth Management

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