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Import Slowdown: A Chilly Forecast for the Holidays

Import Slowdown: A Chilly Forecast for the Holidays

Update: 2025-09-14
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Is the import boom over? New data reveals a significant drop in container bookings to the U.S., signaling a potential slowdown despite earlier tariff-driven surges. With inventories up slightly and transportation trends mixed, experts predict a subdued holiday season and a potentially sluggish economy stretching into 2026. For shipping companies, expect choosier carriers and spot rate hikes as trucking capacity tightens.

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Import Slowdown: A Chilly Forecast for the Holidays

Import Slowdown: A Chilly Forecast for the Holidays