Anthony Smith

The economics of growth — Freightonomics

The economy is continuing a slow post-COVID upswing but what are some indicators of that growth?

On this episode of Freightonomics, Anthony Smith and Zach Strickland discuss the latest Knight-Swift purchase of AAA Cooper and what the recent large LTL purchases mean for the sector. They also talk about how this purchase shows companies’ ability to grow without spending capital on new equipment.

Zac Rogers joins to discuss whether this is a way for carriers to use their newfound cash reserves to...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/the-economics-of-growth-freightonomics

Acquisitions, spending, lockdowns and more — Great Quarter, Guys

Great Quarter Guys 11/17

This episode of Great Quarter, Guys is sponsored by Emerge.

FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller joins host Andrew Cox for this episode of Great Quarter, Guys to break down Knight-Swift’s entrance into the LTL space thanks to the acquisition of AAA Cooper out of Dothan, Alabama. 

Cox brings on retail and fashion consultant Rick Helfenbein to talk about how the latest wave of COVID-19 affecting Bangladesh will put stress on the fashion industry. He discusses how this lockdown may affect the production...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/acquisitions-spending-lockdowns-and-more-great-quarter-guys

First-half lessons, second-half predictions — Freightonomics

The first half of 2021 was full of disruptions to the freight markets, from continued COVID-19 outbreaks to the Ever Given disaster to the snowstorms in Texas. On this episode of Freightonomics, Zach Strickland and Anthony Smith look back at the first six months of the year. 

The two discuss the impacts disruptive events had on all sectors of the industry and how recovery is going on the economic side. 

Smith and Strickland also make some predictions about the future of the markets for the rest...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/first-half-lessons-second-half-predictions-freightonomics

Airing concerns over air cargo market — Freightonomics

With more people returning to traveling all across the country, many airlines are finding themselves short-staffed and struggling to keep up with demands. This is leading to flight delays, cancellations, frustrated passengers and delayed freight. 

FreightWaves’ Anthony Smith and Zach Strickland look at how this market ties into the greater economy on this episode of Freightonomics, and they welcome Air Cargo Editor Eric Kulisch to the show to help shed some light on the situation in the skies. 

Th...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/airing-concerns-over-air-cargo-market-freightonomics

What will wake the sleeping bear? — Freightonomics

The blooming post-pandemic economy certainly has all the warning signs of collapse, but what needs to happen before the bubble pops? And what will happen when the crash comes?

Those are just some of the questions plaguing Zach Strickland and Anthony Smith on this episode of Freightonomics. The two debate where the economy is headed and if surfing the high freight market wave is enough to carry through the end of the year. 

Smith and Strickland touch on inflation in the manufacturing and consumer...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/what-will-wake-the-sleeping-bear-freightonomics

Upstream pricing: Something has to give — Freightonomics

With consumer prices creeping higher as shortages plague almost every industry from manufacturing to grocery stores, many people are wondering if economic relief is on the way. 

On this episode of Freightonomics, Anthony Smith and Zach Strickland look upstream to source some relief but are disappointed to see prices just as high as at the consumer level. 

They welcome Zac Rogers from Colorado State University to the show. Rogers brings along his dad, Dale Rogers, to create a little family debate...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/upstream-pricing-something-has-to-give-freightonomics

Making sense of the market (and memes) — Freightonomics

Freightonomics is celebrating a brand-new time and a full-hour show, and Zach Strickland and Anthony Smith have a great one for the first new episode. 

They welcome Zac Rogers from Colorado State University as their guest on this episode. Together the three look at the news of the day, including Colonial Pipeline impacts now that the pipeline is back up and running. 

They also talk memes in the freight world and look at the latest data points showing the continued market tightness. 

You can find...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/making-sense-of-the-market-and-memes-freightonomics

Timing in the maritime industry — Freightonomics

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The maritime shipping space has been filled with more drama than a reality TV show, and it is just as difficult to understand. That’s where Zach Strickland and Anthony Smith come in and explain the nuances of connecting ocean shipping and the economic...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/timing-in-the-maritime-industry-freightonomics

Finding affordable transportation options — Freightonomics

Amazon Freight enables shippers to tap into Amazon’s network to move their full truckload freight. Experience world-class performance, reliability, and competitive rates when you put Amazon to work for you. Get started at freight.amazon.com.

No matter what sector of the transportation industry you work in, prices are high and money is tight, just like current market conditions. Zach Strickland and Anthony Smith help you seek out better places to spend your money on this episode of Freightonomics.

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/finding-affordable-transportation-options-freightonomics

Crucial economic data for freight — Great Quarter, Guys

Great Quarter Guys 11/17

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Andrew Cox has a special guest filling in for Seth Holm on this episode of Great Quarter, Guys. FreightWaves Lead Economist Anthony Smith joins the show to help discuss what could be a hot summer for freight markets. 

FreightWaves Market Expert Zach Strickland said he thinks this summer could be one of the hottest yet for markets following a year of volatility and a spring that has not cooled the market down. 

Cox and Smith debate this assertion and back it up with SONAR...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/crucial-economic-data-for-freight-great-quarter-guys

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