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FreightonomicsAuthor: FreightWaves
At the crossroads of economics and freight there is Freightonomics. This show is hosted by FreightWaves market expert Zach Strickland and economist Anthony Smith. Language: en Genres: Business, Investing, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The State of Freight Webinar: Fuel, Friction, and the Road Ahead
Thursday, 30 April, 2026
Freight markets are reacting in real time to global disruption, seasonal uncertainty, and mounting regulatory pressure. Fuel volatility tied to the Iran conflict continues to ripple across transportation, driving cost swings and network disruption. At the same time, April is proving to be a transitional (and potentially misleading) moment in the freight cycle, with seasonal patterns colliding with a still-fragile market. - How the Iran conflict is impacting fuel, capacity, and global freight flows - Whether April is a true inflection point—or just a seasonal speed bump - What to expect from Roadcheck and how enforcement could tighten capacity - Early signals on summer freight demand and market direction - The key risks and opportunities shaping the road ahead Follow the Freightonomics Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
