Editor profile

David Chen

Editor, Tech & Capital Markets

David Chen examines the intersection of technology investment and financial markets. He tracks AI development, venture capital flows, and the digital transformation of North American industries.

david.chen@northamericabiz.org

Bylined articles

Business North America

New Paradigm for Small and Medium Enterprises: AI Reshaping Under Inflationary Pressure, Talent Bottlenecks, and Growth Opportunities

In-depth analysis of the macro challenges facing small and medium-sized enterprises, including inflation, labor shortages, and regulatory uncertainty. The article will focus on core opportunities such as AI, employee skill enhancement, and consumption trends to provide business insights for companies to formulate strategies that adapt to future growth.

David Chen6 min read
Supply Chain Network

From E-commerce Driven to Technological Reshaping: How the Global Third-Party Logistics Market Defines the Resilience and Efficiency of the Future Supply Chain

In-depth analysis of the global third-party logistics market, from the post-pandemic e-commerce explosion to the technology-driven transformation, exploring how AI and cloud computing are reshaping operating models, and the profound impact of regional growth hotspots on corporate strategic planning.

David Chen5 min read
Market Outlook

Global Economic Paradigm Reconstruction: Regional Competition Under Supply Chain Fragmentation and AI-Driven Forces

Analyze how the current global economy is shifting from a resilient model to structural divergence, and explore how geopolitical conflicts, energy shocks, and industrial policies are fostering new waves of supply chain restructuring. Focus on examining the competitive landscape in regions like the US and Mexico, and the dual role of AI technology in addressing rising costs and efficiency bottlenecks.

David Chen7 min read
Business North America

Structural Drivers Behind the Growth of the North American Residential Elevator Market: The Logic of Transformation from New Infrastructure to "Aging in Place"

In-depth analysis of the structural growth drivers of the North American residential elevator market (2026-2031). This article goes beyond simple market size forecasts to dissect the core strategic shifts and investment opportunities driving the market's 3.43% compound annual growth rate from business perspectives such as population aging, smart home integration, and regional economic differences.

David Chen5 min read
Trade Corridors

The Real Battleground of USMCA Renegotiation: North American Trade Is Shifting from Free Trade to Conditional Access

Dallas Fed research shows that the USMCA review and renegotiation will reshape North American trade under a higher tariff baseline. The aggregate impact on the United States may be close to neutral, but divergence across states and industries is pronounced; Canada and Mexico will face heavier pressure due to asymmetric dependence, and rules of origin and compliance capacity are becoming new competitive barriers.

David Chen8 min read
Tech & Capital

AI Capital Winds Shift: In 2026, Global Market Enters 'Realization Period'

According to Morgan Stanley's latest outlook, global AI investment in 2026 is shifting from infrastructure mania to commercialization validation. Capital is beginning to demand evidence of returns, with electricity and supply chains becoming new constraints, and M&A at the application layer will accelerate. This article analyzes the regional competition and future landscape in this rebalancing.

David Chen6 min read
Trade Corridors

Economic Security Reshapes USMCA: New Game Rules for North American Supply Chains

As economic security becomes the central focus of North American policy, USMCA is evolving from a trade facilitation tool into an industrial strategy lever. This article provides an in-depth analysis of near-shoring, the 2026 joint review, and corporate response strategies.

David Chen3 min read
Business North America

Mexico's Lubricant Market: The Hidden Beneficiary of North American Manufacturing Restructuring

The Mexican lubricant market is expected to reach $4.437 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 2.66%. This article analyzes the deep logic behind this steady growth from the perspectives of North American supply chain restructuring, automotive industry transformation, and capital flows, as well as who will benefit and who will face pressure.

David Chen6 min read
Corporate Strategies

The Hotel Giant's Beverage Strategy: The Business Logic Behind the Marriott-Coca-Cola Partnership

Marriott International and Coca-Cola have formed a global beverage partnership. This move is not only a brand alliance but also a microcosm of supply chain integration and experience upgrading in the hospitality industry. This article interprets the deep-seated motivations behind the cooperation from the perspectives of business strategy, competitive landscape, and long-term trends.

David Chen5 min read
Business North America

USMCA Annual Review Risks: Uncertainties and Future Landscape for North American Agricultural Integration

The United States, Canada, and Mexico contribute $60 billion annually in agricultural trade, but market access risks persist under the USMCA annual review mechanism. This article analyzes the strategic options for the future of North American agriculture from the perspectives of industrial integration, global bloc competition, and investment.

David Chen4 min read
Market Outlook

The Vulnerability of the US Specialty Chemicals Supply Chain: Challenges of Electronics Industry Localization Reflected by the Tetrahydrophthalic Anhydride Market

The U.S. tetrahydrophthalic anhydride (THPA) market is heavily dependent on imports. As the CHIPS Act drives the localization of semiconductor packaging, demand for electronic-grade THPA is growing rapidly, but certification cycles and raw material costs pose challenges. This article analyzes supply chain vulnerabilities, as well as winners and those under pressure.

David Chen4 min read
Trade Corridors

USMCA Renewal Failure: North American Supply Chain Shifts from Certainty to Adaptive Competition

The United States refused to renew the USMCA, and the North American trade framework faces restructuring. A DHL executive pointed out that companies should pay more attention to supply chain resilience rather than the policy itself. This article analyzes the profound impact of this change on logistics, manufacturing, and regional competition.

David Chen4 min read