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(3 articles)Demand Planning
ModerateAug 4, 2026CN Railway Boosts 2026 Volume Forecast on Strong Freight Demand
Canadian National Railway's decision to raise its 2026 volume outlook represents a meaningful signal of improving freight market fundamentals across North America. This upgrade suggests that CN manage
MarketScale#rail-freight#canadian-national-railway#demand-recovery
Demand Planning
ModerateJun 18, 2026U.S. Retail Sales Rise in May, Signaling Strong Consumer Demand
U.S. retail sales rose in May according to both the Commerce Department and the CNBC/National Retail Federation Retail Monitor, signaling strengthening consumer demand after a softer period. This upti
Logistics Management#retail-sales-growth#consumer-demand#u-s-retail
Demand Planning
ModerateMay 25, 2026April ATA Truck Tonnage Flat: What's Next for Freight?
The American Trucking Associations (ATA) reported flat truck tonnage readings for April, indicating a stagnation in freight volumes compared to prior periods. This neutral trend suggests demand stabil
Logistics Management#ata-truck-tonnage#freight-volume#trucking-demand