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(3 articles)Demand Planning
ModerateSep 29, 2026Port Import Activity Out of Sync with Freight Volume Trends
Recent data indicates a disconnect between freight volume movements and actual import activity at major U.S. ports, signaling potential forecasting errors or demand planning inefficiencies. This misma
Transport Topics#port-congestion#import-volume#supply-chain-imbalance
Trade Policy & Tariffs
High ImpactSep 3, 2026Vietnam's Record Trade Deficit Signals Supply Chain Strain
Vietnam has reported its largest trade deficit on record, driven by a significant surge in imports that outpaces export growth. This development reflects underlying structural shifts in regional manuf
bloomberg.com#vietnam-trade-deficit#import-surge#supply-chain-imbalance
Trade Policy & Tariffs
ModerateJul 28, 2026EU-LatAm Trade Deal Fails to Boost Shipping Volumes Yet
A major trade liberalization agreement between the European Union and South America has yet to deliver tangible benefits to European shippers, with Container Trades Statistics data revealing declining
The Loadstar#eu-latam-trade#container-volumes#trade-agreement