# World Container Index

Type: Product

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## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Container Spot Rates Rise for Third Week as Hormuz Crisis Tightens Supply
2026-03-19 19:20:59 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 2

Global container spot rates climbed 2% this week to $2,172 per 40-foot container, marking the third consecutive week of gains. The recovery is being driven by robust demand on Transpacific trade lanes and escalating geopolitical risks in the Strait of Hormuz, which are forcing carriers to adjust pricing and capacity.
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