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Weekly Freight Report: December 5, 2025
December 5th, 2025
U.S. Trade Representative Advocates for Smaller, More Balanced Trade with China
The U.S. Trade Representative is pushing for a significant reduction in trade volume with China, emphasizing balanced commerce over current import-heavy flows that define the relationship.
Container Shipping Rates Rise Again After Three-Week Drop
After three consecutive weeks of declining rates, container shipping costs are climbing once more, signaling continued volatility in ocean freight pricing.
Class 8 November Orders Drop as Carriers Prioritize Survival Over Growth
Class 8 truck orders fell 17% in November as trucking companies shift focus from fleet expansion to staying profitable amid challenging freight market conditions.
Fiscal 2026 Funding Bill Stuck in Congressional Negotiations
Critical transportation and infrastructure funding for fiscal year 2026 remains gridlocked in Congress, creating uncertainty for federal programs and agencies.
Vietnam Emerges as Fastest-Growing Trade Partner for Port of Savannah
The Port of Savannah reports Vietnam as its fastest-growing trade partner, reflecting broader shifts in sourcing patterns as companies diversify away from China.
U.S. Ag Exporters Hoping to Move On from 2025's 'Self-Inflicted Wounds'
Agricultural exporters are looking to recover from a difficult 2025 marked by trade policy disruptions they describe as avoidable damage to critical export markets.
Costco Sues Trump Administration for Tariff Refund
Retail giant Costco has filed suit against the Trump administration seeking refunds on tariffs it claims were illegally imposed, escalating corporate pushback on trade policy.
