Market Outlook: More Uncertainty Ahead Executives at the 2025 FTR Transportation Conference in Indianapolis painted a sobering picture for the trucking industry. Despite hopes for recovery after years of freight recession, most analysts and carriers now expect 12 to 18 more months of challenges. Fleet executives say capacity remains stubbornly high while demand is relatively flat. This imbalance has left freight rates sluggish despite steady volumes, creating uncertainty for both carriers and shippers. Werner Enterprises Senior Vice President Matt Parry said, “It’s going to be a bumpy next 12 to 18 months,” though he noted that the 2025 holiday shipping season could provide some temporary relief. Overcapacity and Margins Under Pressure Bay and Bay Transportation CEO Sam Anderson highlighted rising costs, which have grown more than 5% annually over the past three years. While rates have inched upward, they remain insufficient to offset inflation and rising expenses. FTR… ...[TheTopNews] Read More.
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