Insights at a glance
Customs
U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminium have now doubled, while other tariffs face a court challenge.
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Ocean shipping
In the wake of a temporary tariff deal with China, bookings to the United States are now three to four weeks out and steadily rising.
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Intermodal
Line up capacity out of the U.S. West Coast early, as a spike in demand is expected.
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Drayage
New York port terminals are restricting returns and limiting export bookings as empty containers pile up.
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North America Truckload
Increased demand for moving fresh produce and summer beverages has raised spot-market rates.
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North America less-than-truckload
Some LTL carriers are offering strategic pricing adjustments and competitive rates to win new business.
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North America cross border
Canadian wildfire season has come early and changes in tariffs and demand may affect Mexico manufacturing output in Q2.
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International air cargo
Quarter-end demand and U.S. tariff deadlines will likely create bottlenecks for last-minute bookings from Asia, while capacity from Latin America is constrained.
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Government & regulations
Expect more details about U.S. trade negotiations with other countries in June, as well as federal budget debates in the U.S. Senate.
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Diesel fuel
May marked the 27th consecutive month of year-over-year decreases.
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