Factors affecting an export or import kind of business.

TOZZIBLINKZ

VIP Contributor
The need to establish an import or export kind of this this could be as a result of the increasing demand of raw materials for production activities in a particular country. However, establishing and managing an import or export kind of business is absolutely not an easy thing, There are several factors that can affect an export or import business, including:

* Economic conditions: Economic downturns or recessions in the country or region where a business is exporting to can reduce demand for its products, while economic booms can increase demand.

* Political stability: Unstable political environments or tensions between countries can create uncertainty and disrupt trade.

* Currency exchange rates: Fluctuations in exchange rates can impact the cost of exporting or importing goods. This is absolutely one of the most common problem hindering export and import businesses in some countries like Nigeria.

* Trade agreements and tariffs: Changes to trade agreements or the imposition of tariffs can affect the cost and competitiveness of a business's products in foreign markets.

* Transportation and logistics: The availability and cost of transportation, as well as any delays or disruptions in the supply chain, can impact the feasibility of exporting or importing.

* Cultural differences: Different cultural norms and preferences in different countries can affect demand for a business's products.

* Competition: The level of competition from local and international companies can impact the ability of a business to successfully export or import.

* Legal and regulatory issues: Compliance with different legal and regulatory requirements in different countries can be a challenge for businesses exporting or importing.
 

Axis

Banned
Absolutely so many factors affect an import or export kind of business, one of the major effects or negativity that affect import or export kind of business is language differences and most of the times discrimination among them both countries. Due to the differentiation in language a particular business may not be able to carry out trading activities with another economy. And although there are certain ways to combat the problem of language differentiation example hiring an interpreter. But to some extent this is not effective.

Possible problem affecting export and import kind of business is political instability, political instability results in high cost of production as well as high cost of transporting raw materials from one place to another. When the cost of production increases it makes it hard for business organisations to transport raw materials from foreign countries into their own country or from their own country to foreign countries. Discrimination may also be another factor, when a particular countries discriminate another country there may be no possibility of trading activities resulting in entrepreneurs of the both countries.
 

CALVINDOL

VIP Contributor
Day after day, various kind of business is emanate into existence, and such kind of business may possibly include and import or export kind of business. However factors explained above is definitely what faces import or export kind of business for the one I would love to emphasize the most is language barrier. Language barrier is absolutely one of the major problems why businesses in Nigeria are unable to make marketing activities as well as import and export practices with countries such as China or Japan. Although there is an effective way of tackling this problem by adopting the service of a language interpreter but to be sincere this is not very much effective.

Another problem I will love to end for science is the problem of political instability and government inconsistency. Government in some countries like Nigeria are not consistent in helping export and import kind of business is to facilitate their activities such as providing social amenities and marketing facilities that can totally help in the export and import of raw materials as well as finished goods.
 

Shaf

Verified member
Before you start a business importing or exporting items, it's good to have an understanding of the market, especially on a retail scale, or under a mentor who does the same business. This will provide you with knowledge about what sells and what doesn't. You also know how to cope with competition, regulations and costs.

A friend of mine does mini importation of phone accessories and makes decent money with it. It was interesting to know that you also have to consider the weight of items being shipped and the shipping fees too. While items can be cheap in one area, the cost of transportation may not make it worth the stress.
 

Mikes smithen

Verified member
Political and legal factors: These include tariffs, trade agreements, regulations, and policies that affect trade between countries.

Economic factors: These include exchange rates, inflation, interest rates, and the overall economic climate in different countries.

Social and cultural factors: These include language barriers, cultural differences, and consumer preferences.

Technological factors: These include advancements in transportation, communication, and logistics, which can affect the efficiency and cost of shipping goods.

Environmental factors: These include regulations on environmentally sensitive products or practices, as well as the environmental impact of shipping and transportation.

Competition: The level of competition in the export or import market can affect prices, demand, and market share.

Market demand: The level of demand for a particular product or service in a given market can affect the success of an export or import business.

Supply chain factors: The efficiency and reliability of suppliers, distributors, and other partners in the supply chain can affect the success of an export or import business.

Infrastructure: The quality and availability of transportation, communication, and other infrastructure can affect the efficiency and cost of shipping goods.

Legal and regulatory compliance: The degree to which an export or import business complies with local laws and regulations can affect its ability to operate and succeed in a given market.
 
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