From Yahoo Finance: 2025-06-15 00:30:00

Import container bookings, measured by the Import Ocean TEUs Index (IOTI), have sharply rebounded after a decline due to tariffs on Chinese goods. China typically accounts for 40% of U.S.-bound container imports, with Vietnam at 8%. However, China’s booking share dropped to 30% in May before bouncing back to over 40%.

The rebound in import volumes may lead to increased activity at U.S. ports, but the extent of inland freight movement depends on inventory levels. International intermodal rail volumes saw an 8% drop from April to May, while domestic container traffic and truckload tender volumes remained steady.

The transportation environment faces disruption risks, with carriers rejecting load requests at a high rate. Conflict escalation in the Middle East poses additional challenges to global supply chains. While direct U.S.-bound freight through the Suez Canal is minimal, disruptions could impact international capacity and scheduling.

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