#freight-market-weakness
(4 articles)FTR Shippers Index Retreats on Weak Freight Demand
The FTR Shippers Conditions Index has declined again, reflecting continued softness in freight demand across North American transportation markets. Low freight volumes are the primary driver of the in
Wave of Carrier Bankruptcies, 1,100+ Logistics Jobs Lost
The freight and logistics sector is experiencing significant structural stress, with five trucking and transportation companies filing for bankruptcy protection between June 5-15, while simultaneously
Housing Affordability Crisis Weakens Freight Demand Across Key Sectors
Housing affordability constraints are creating a significant drag on freight demand across multiple consumer and construction-related sectors in North America. As mortgage costs rise and home prices r
Odyssey Logistics faces default risk by 2027 after S&P rating cut
S&P Global Ratings has downgraded Odyssey Logistics to CCC+, placing the specialized third-party logistics provider deep in speculative territory and just five notches above default-grade ratings. Thi