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Is another strike on the horizon?

Black Rock, Microsoft, and Invidia are teaming up,

and this popular cocktail is soon to be an all in one.

Around 45,000 dock workers are threatening to go on strike next month at East Coast and Gulf of Mexico ports.

Negotiations for a new labor contract have stalled,

raising supply chain concerns ahead of the busy holiday season.

The International Longshoremen's Association warned that a strike on October 1st seems more likely

as time is running out to get a new contract with USMX.

The group is demanding better wages, automation protections, and benefits.

Their current contract expires on September 30th.

United States Maritime Alliance or USMX represents Port Employers like Marisk and Zem.

ILA's leadership said earlier this month that inflation has completely eaten into any raises

and wages and that USMX's corporate greed has made them delusional.

USMX said it is disappointing that the ILA is unwilling to reopen dialogue unless all demands are met, adding that employers are

willing to resume talks at any time.

It also called on the Biden administration to be ready to step in if a strike occurs.

However, an administration official told Reuters that Biden is not considering stepping in.

A walkout could affect more than 50% of US imports while diverted shipments will likely strain

West Coast ports. Sh shipments from Europe and Latin America to the East and Gulf coasts would likely be stranded, given few options to reroute.

The National Retail Federation says retailers have already been preparing for a potential strike

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