Last mentioned: Mar 22, 2026
National truckload rejection rates remain elevated as the industry enters the spring season, signaling a prolonged period of capacity tightness. Shippers face increasing pressure to secure reliable transport as carriers leverage a market favoring service providers over volume commitments.
The February Logistics Managers' Index (LMI) indicates a robust recovery in the freight sector, marking a significant shift from previous periods of stagnation. Key metrics across warehousing, transportation, and inventory levels suggest that the industry has entered a definitive growth phase.
FreightWaves has released its comprehensive Q1 2026 rate reports for shippers, carriers, and brokers, providing a data-driven roadmap for the logistics industry. Leveraging SONAR analytics and industry surveys, these reports offer critical insights into demand forecasts and pricing strategies for the upcoming quarter.
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