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Risk Management - Blog 1/5: Cultural Risk
Cultural Risks Let's start by reminding ourselves of the five key risk categories that companies must consider when designing a framework...
Juan Luis Osorio
Apr 26, 20254 min read


U.S. Banking for Foreign Entrepreneurs: Compliance and Best Account Options
Introduction: If you’re a Chilean entrepreneur who formed a U.S. LLC to run a Shopify e-commerce business, you might be surprised at how...
Juan Luis Osorio
Apr 22, 202513 min read


The Dollar’s Uncertain Future: What Happens If the World Loses Faith in U.S. Assets?
Introduction: The Dollar’s Unsettling Moment. Imagine if everyone suddenly decided to stop trusting the U.S. dollar. Panic selling,...
Juan Luis Osorio
Apr 16, 20253 min read


Tariff Mitigation Strategies if You Have a Shipment to Arrive the U.S.
Summary of Viable Options Given a sudden material increase in tariff, the goal is to delay or reduce this duty impact. The most...
Juan Luis Osorio
Apr 9, 202516 min read


April 2025 Market Turmoil: Bonds, Stocks, and the Fed’s Crossroads
Apologies for the slightly more technical blog, but the conditions force us to explore some technicalities more deeply. Here is our take...
Juan Luis Osorio
Apr 9, 202512 min read


Step by Step: How to Import from China
Step 1: Research & Supplier Selection Actions : Identify your product and verify demand. Source suppliers via platforms like Alibaba or...
Juan Luis Osorio
Mar 4, 20252 min read


When to Use a Freight Forwarder: A Guide
So, you’re shipping goods domestically or overseas and wondering, “Do I really need a freight forwarder?” It’s a common question,...
Juan Luis Osorio
Mar 4, 20253 min read


What Does a Freight Forwarder Do? Your Guide to Stress-Free Global Shipping
Ever wondered how products make their way from manufacturers across the globe to your local store shelves? Behind this intricate dance of...
Juan Luis Osorio
Mar 4, 20253 min read


The U.S. Real Estate Market Update (March 1, 2025)
Hey there, homebuyers, sellers, and curious observers! Let’s dive into the exciting world of U.S. real estate. From pandemic-driven...
Juan Luis Osorio
Mar 1, 20253 min read


Tech Race and AI Ambitions
Here is my summary of a topic discussed by Helen Han on the Prof G Markets Podcast ( click here to listen to the entire conversation)...
Juan Luis Osorio
Feb 23, 20253 min read


How China is Reinventing Its Trade Surplus Playbook and why It Matters
(a 2025 Perspective) As shown in the above infographic, China had a $857 billion trade surplus in 2022; today, this figure is around $1.0...
Juan Luis Osorio
Feb 16, 20253 min read


How Tariffs Work: A Simple Guide
Let’s talk tariffs. You’ve probably heard the term thrown around in news headlines or political debates, often paired with words like...
Juan Luis Osorio
Feb 7, 20253 min read


New Opportunities for the Coming Years.
The incoming Trump administration is expected to bring a new approach to U.S. trade policy, potentially reshaping international relations...
Juan Luis Osorio
Jan 30, 20254 min read


The Hidden Hurdles of Global Expansion: What Small Businesses Need to Know
Expanding your small business into new markets sounds thrilling—until you realize it’s less “smooth sailing” and more “navigating a maze...
Juan Luis Osorio
Jan 27, 20252 min read
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