A severe drought is affecting the Panama Canal. That's not a good sign for supply chains — or your holiday shopping

The Panama Canal is experiencing lower water levels due to a lack of rainfall, leading to restrictions and potential disruptions in international shipping, highlighting the vulnerability of global supply chains to weather-related incidents.

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Panama’s Canal Is Drying Up and Its Bonds Are Getting Hit Hard

The drought affecting water levels in the Panama Canal is causing concern among investors, leading to a selloff of Panamanian government bonds and a negative impact on the country's economy.