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(2 articles)Shipping & Freight
ModerateMay 20, 2026Rail Traffic Surges 4.2% YoY as Grain, Petroleum Lead Growth
North American rail freight demonstrated sustained momentum in the week ending May 16, 2026, with combined carload and intermodal volume reaching 511,216 units—a 4.2% year-over-year increase. The Asso
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ModerateMay 6, 2026U.S. Rail Freight Surges 3.9% YoY on Export-Driven Grain Demand
U.S. railroads delivered a strong performance in the week ending May 2, 2026, with combined carload and intermodal volumes rising 3.9% compared to the same period in 2025. The Association of American
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