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Freight index forecast key takeaways for Q4 2025
Parcel carriers reap the benefits of their own pricing actions, as the cumulative effects of rate changes, fuel and other surcharges keep prices elevated.
LTL pricing shows continued resilience despite economic headwinds, as carriers rely on lessons learned from previous downward freight cycles to prioritize profitability and network efficiency.
Truckload rates will remain at or near the bottom for yet another quarter, as longstanding headwinds keep rates suppressed despite some encouraging economic signals.
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