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FreightWaves: Transpacific Eastbound Rate Volatility Eases But Stays Elevated

Source: FreightWaves · 2026-05-29
Summary

FreightWaves analysis shows transpacific eastbound rate volatility - measured by week-to-week swings - eased in late May even as absolute levels stayed elevated near $3,400-$3,700 per 40ft. The publication attributed the calmer ride to settled contract volumes and clearer carrier pricing, but warned any tariff or labour disruption at US gateways could rapidly reopen volatility.

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