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Articles Weak Demand, Stronger Truck Hiring, and Air Cargo Pressure Shape Freight Markets The freight market is sending mixed signals. Weak consumer confidence and rising inflation are making the U.S….
Articles Understanding China’s New Trade Strategy: What It Means for Supply Chain Leaders Global trade is no longer driven by cost alone, but rather a potent mix of tariffs and…
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