Consumer confidence retreated in January from a more than 15-year high as Americans tempered their economic expectations and waited for President Trump and lawmakers to deliver on promises to boost employment and jump-start growth, data from the New York-based Conference Board showed Jan. 31.
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Canadian Pacific's Wallace Takes Leave, Could Join Harrison Atop CSX
Mark Wallace, chief of staff at Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd., was put on a paid leave of absence on Jan. 27, prompting more speculation that Wallace and outgoing CEO Hunter Harrison will attempt to take over the reins at rival railroad CSX Corp. through private investor Paul Hilal of Mantle Ridge.
January 27, 2017Editorial: Trump’s Course and Trucking
President Trump is charting a new course for the nation. We don’t know where it will ultimately lead us, but during his short tenure the business community has been served notice that things are changing.
January 30, 2017Opinion: ATA Intends to Build on 2016 Successes
The new year often brings changes. And rarely has that been as true as this year, as we have just inaugurated a new president who appears poised to change Washington. It’s also a time of renewed focus, to reflect on where we are and look forward and position for success.
January 30, 2017Consumer Sentiment Increased in January to 13-Year High
Consumer confidence rose in January to a 13-year high, reflecting ongoing optimism about post-election fiscal policies and their impact on economic growth.
January 27, 2017TFI International Expands Into Last-Mile Medical Delivery With Acquisition
TFI International (formerly TransForce Inc.) acquired the ground transportation business of World Courier in the United States from pharmaceutical distributor AmerisourceBergen Corp.
January 23, 2017Kansas City Southern Profits Decline in Fourth Quarter
Kansas City Southern reported lower profits in the fourth quarter and full calendar year 2016 compared with the same period of 2015, although the freight railroad was most hurt due to foreign exchange rate losses from its international business.
January 20, 2017Letters: Safe Food Transport, Government Efficiency
Uniformity Would Ease Safe Food Transportation
January 23, 2017UPS, FedEx, Amazon Form Twin 33s Advocacy Group
A new coalition of shippers and retailers led by UPS Inc., FedEx Corp. and Amazon.com plans to call on members of Congress to support the nationwide access of twin 33-foot trailers, a move likely to ignite a contentious debate among lawmakers during the 115th Congress.
January 23, 2017Ports Set Records for Containers in 2016; Forecast Better for 2017 Amid Uncertainty
For several top North American container ports 2016 was a record-setting year, and industry analysts are cautiously optimistic that 2017 will be even better despite the uncertainty in Washington that comes with a new presidential administration.
January 23, 2017