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Intermodal volumes just posted their strongest YoY growth of 2026.
What's driving itβand what does it mean for the rest of the year?
Watch this clip from FTR's Rail & Intermodal Update, then catch the full episode.
hubs.la/Q04lcYxR0
#Rail #Freight #SupplyChain
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"No silver linings."
That's @AveryVise's assessment of the shipper environment as freight rates and capacity constraints continue to weigh on the market.
Read the full analysis:
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#supplychain #freight #logistics
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π Metals traffic is up 10.1% y/y β and http://U.S. steel exports are a big reason why. Catch this clip, then listen to the full episode for everything else moving in rail this week π§hubs.la/Q04lcX4Y0
#FreightRail #Intermodal
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We're excited to welcome back Stefan Loeb.
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View the full conference agenda to see all Rail Freight Day sessions and speakers. hubs.la/Q04ldbFz0
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π New episode is out! This week: Dick Kloster sworn in to the STB, rail traffic up 6.4% y/y (intermodal 11.0%), metals surging 10.1%, and a surprise comeback for intermodal trailers ( 19.7% y/y). π§ Listen now: hubs.la/Q04lcG3D0
#FreightRail #Intermodal
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The freight market doesn't operate in a vacuum. Before you can forecast freight demand, capacity, equipment needs, or transportation budgets, you need to understand the economy driving it all.
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Flatbed keeps rolling.
π Rates increased for the 28th time in 29 weeks.
π¦ Loads up 71% vs. last year.
π Total spot market rates set another record high.
See what's driving freight markets right now.
hubs.la/Q04kN8_Z0
#Logistics #Freight #SupplyChain
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We're pleased to welcome Mike Barth. As transportation networks become more complex and service expectations continue to rise, the shipper perspective has never been more important. β
View the full conference agenda. hubs.la/Q04kpC8s0
#FTRConference2025 #rail #intermodal
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5 freight signals to watch right now:
π Spot Rates
β½ Diesel Prices
π· Trucking Jobs
πΌ Labor Market
π¦ Capacity
See what they're telling us about the freight market.
hubs.la/Q04kNbc60
#Logistics #SupplyChain #trucking #freightforecasting
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π Spot rates near record highs.
π Diesel prices down 43Β’ in 5 weeks.
π http://U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May.
What does it mean for freight?
Avery Vise explains in the latest Trucking Market Update podcast.
π§ Listen now.
hubs.la/Q04kP9Vp0
#Freight #SupplyChain
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π Spot rates near record highs.
π Diesel prices down 43Β’ in 5 weeks.
π http://U.S. added 172,000 jobs in May.
What does it mean for freight?
Avery Vise explains in the latest Trucking Market Update podcast.
π§ Listen now.
hubs.la/Q04kDFy70
#Freight #SupplyChain
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πΌ Data, insights, and connections converge at the FTR Transportation Conference.
Beyond market-driving forecasts, weβve built premier networking events into the schedule every single day. Connect and drive your business forward.
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#FTRConference2026
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We're excited to welcome back Luisa!
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View the full conference agenda to see all Rail Freight Day sessions. hubs.la/Q04kpHgm0
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Register by June 19 to lock in Early Bird pricing. hubs.la/Q04kpwtM0
#FTRConference2026 #intermodal #rail #economy
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The economy continues to show surprising resilience.
π 172K jobs added
π Job openings at a 2-year high
π Data center investment surging
π Mortgage rates easing
β½ Diesel prices moving lower
What it means for freight demand: hubs.ly/Q04kp5Q30
#Freight #Economy
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FTRβs Trucking Conditions Index hit 11.6 in April β the strongest reading in 4 years. Tight capacity and rising freight rates are reshaping the market.
π Read all about it in our latest blog: hubs.la/Q04knZ460
#freightforecasting #trucking
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FTRβs Trucking Conditions Index jumped to http://11.6 in Aprilβthe strongest reading since Feb 2022. Tight capacity rising freight rates are driving the surge, with flatbed seeing standout strength.
Full release charts hubs.la/Q04kpHnM0
#freightforecasting #trucking
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The question is no longer "Will fleets order trucks?" It's "Can manufacturers build them?"
Our latest analysis looks at what May's strong Class 8 orders mean for the next phase of the truck cycle.
Read more: hubs.la/Q04k3GYr0
#Transportation #Trucking #SupplyChain
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Flatbed spot rates just hit ALL-TIME record levels. Dry van is close behind.
Diesel dropped. Manufacturing is expanding. And the personal saving rate just hit a 4-year low.
The freight market has turnedπ
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#Trucking #FreightMarket #Logistics
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The freight market is navigating a complex web of capacity changes, cybersecurity hazards, and regulatory pressures. We are bringing together top economic minds and industry experts to map out the road ahead.
Don't wait until the room fills up. hubs.la/Q04j4QYv0
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π May Class 8 orders: 26,600 units β up 124% y/y, 4th straight month of 120% growth. 2026 build slots filling up fast.
Full data chart π hubs.la/Q04j-4qW0
#Trucking #FreightMarket #Class8
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