The public pushback on interest rates comes as the Trump White House tries to make its case for stiffer tariffs amid a mixed economic picture in the U.S.
March 20, 2025Trucking Business News
Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.
Trump Pressures Fed to Cut Rates as Tariff Concerns Grow
Tariff Variables Muddy Sales Outlook for Truck Makers
Executives at two of North America’s largest truck makers say questions over the impact of potential tariffs is muddying an already opaque outlook for U.S. Class 8 truck sales.
March 20, 2025Lyft’s Driverless Rides Could Arrive as Soon as Summer
The company has been spending more time pitching its vision for the future of its gig-economy business model as it plays catch-up in offering autonomous rides.
March 20, 2025TCA Addresses ‘Challenging Times’ at Annual Conference
More than 1,300 trucking executives and industry suppliers gathered for the Truckload Carriers Association’s convention to discuss efforts to navigate a difficult operating environment.
March 20, 2025Shifting Tariff Policies, Uncertainty Keep Carriers on Edge
Tariffs have the potential to impact trucking capacity, freight lanes, and new and used equipment costs, and uncertainty over what will happen is introducing new challenges for trucking.
March 20, 2025Trailer Orders Drop 14% Year Over Year in February
U.S. trailer orders continued to trend below the previous year in February after a short-lived but strong uptick the previous month, ACT Research reported.
March 20, 2025QXO to Acquire Beacon Roofing Supply in $11 Billion Deal
QXO has agreed to acquire Beacon Roofing Supply in a deal that values the distributor of roofing, waterproofing and exterior products at about $11 billion, including debt.
March 20, 2025Cargo Numbers Increase in February at Port of Los Angeles
Cargo numbers continued to push higher at the Port of Los Angeles in February — but it came with some caution that the pace could slow by midyear due to tariffs and lower consumer confidence.
March 20, 2025Canada Set for Snap Election With Trade War Rattling Economy
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to call a national election within days, seeking a mandate from voters at a time when businesses have been shaken by a trade war with the U.S.
March 20, 2025AI Helps Moving Companies Boost Efficiency, Cut Costs
There are many uses for AI programs for moving companies — and for-hire carriers in general — executives said. But preparation is key to their effective use.
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