A sharp rise in investment and production is underway across North and South America as global buyers scramble to offset supply shortages triggered by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. The shift is accelerating industrial activity in regions like Canada and Argentina, where energy and commodity sectors are seeing renewed interest. Analysts warn the move could reshape long-term trade dynamics if the bottleneck in the critical shipping lane persists. With markets still adjusting to the instability, companies are hedging risks by diversifying supply chains away from vulnerable routes.
Countries from Canada to Argentina have seen surge in investment and production as buyers rush to replace supply lost to Hormuz disruption
