- US imports hit record highs in January, with volumes up 9% year over year, despite trade tensions.
- Retailers are front-loading cargo, anticipating port strikes and new tariffs, especially on Chinese goods.
- Tariffs may not significantly impact demand, as companies expect a balanced approach from the US administration.
US container imports have surged to record levels, driven by strong consumer demand and cargo front-loading ahead of potential tariff increases. January 2025 saw the highest-ever...
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