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Supply Chains
Commentary: Who holds the wild card at every supply chain’s end?
The retail apparel sector has been among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how international trade, supply chains and tariffs complicate things further.
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Chart of the Week
Nondurables showing more resilience as imports continue decline
Imports of nondurable goods are outperforming durable goods imports this month, which may indicate warehouses are full of their durable counterparts due to lack of…
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Chart of the Week
Are freight volumes here to stay? The great debate continues
Chart of the Week: Outbound Tender Volume Index– USA SONAR: OTVI.USA After experiencing one of the most volatile periods in history over the past two months, freight…
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Chart of the Week
Could maritime rate increase from China signal recovery for domestic trucking?
The maritime shipping companies have been able to increase their rates amidst the COVID-19 induced shut down. Is this a sign of things to come…
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American Shipper
Pandemic linked to Long Beach drop in cargo, rise in canceled calls
“The coronavirus is delivering a shock to the supply chain,” said port chief Mario Cordero.
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American Shipper
‘Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise’ — Port of LA open
Executive Director Gene Seroka said the coronavirus has not impacted landside operations.
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Chart of the Week
Chinese import and rail volumes and show first signs of recovery
Import volumes are showing the first signs of recovery since the initial decline in early February.
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American Shipper
Ounce of prevention may avoid pounds of COVID-19 pain in supply chains
Preparedness is essential when it comes to the coronavirus or other supply chain disruptions, experts say
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Freightonomics podcast
Coronavirus update and the main functions of a freight forwarder
Zach and Anthony talk about the latest coronavirus developments on transportation, the main functions of a freight forwarder and recent economic developments.
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