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(3 articles)Demand Planning
ModerateMay 9, 2026U.S. Retail Imports Set to Slow Into Fall Despite Summer Gains
The Port Tracker report signals a near-term weakening in U.S. retail import volumes heading into the fall months, despite recent short-term gains at ports. This forecast reflects broader demand uncert
Logistics Management#retail-imports#port-tracker#demand-forecasting
Shipping & Freight
ModerateApr 30, 2026Saia Posts Flat Q1 Earnings, Eyes Margin Turnaround in Q2
Saia is entering a critical inflection point as two years of substantial network investments—totaling $2 billion—begin converging with improving market demand. The carrier reported Q1 EPS of $1.86, fl
FreightWaves#ltl-carrier#margin-improvement#freight-demand
Demand Planning
ModerateApr 28, 2026Trucking Industry Faces Weaker 2025 Holiday Season Demand
The trucking industry is bracing for a notably quieter 2025 holiday shipping season compared to historical peaks, signaling a structural softness in freight demand rather than a temporary dip. This ou
Transport Topics#trucking-capacity#holiday-logistics#2025-shipping