Weak demand leads shipping giants to cut cargo rates on key China-US trade routes despite Red Sea crisis
Publishing timestamp: 2024-01-12 12:20:00
Summary
The article discusses how ocean carriers are reducing freight rates from China to the U.S. West Coast, contrary to expectations for price increases. Weak demand for Chinese manufacturing is cited as the primary reason for the rate reduction. The article also mentions the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and its potential impact on supply chain prices. It concludes by discussing the challenges and complexities in the global ocean shipping market, including the drought issues at the Panama Canal.
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