Tag: Freight and logistics costs

The shipment data on primary metals ex Canada is not validating what people are saying about higher exports yet.

Early-2026 rail freight data show bulk commodities driving volume gains while primary metals, lumber and vehicle shipments lag, highlighting uneven demand signals across North American industrial markets.

Truck and trailer demand is important to the aluminum market, as the lightweight metal is used extensively in vehicle structures.

Freight data - especially truck movements - remains flat year over year, underscoring its role as a leading indicator of commodity demand and an early signal for aluminum's dependence on final-mile delivery.

There’s a lot of news to keep track of, so we’re lending a hand with highlights from the past month and what they mean for you.

The kickoff session of Aluminum Market Update's fireside chat tackled the turbulence facing the freight market in an increasingly protectionist environment.

With construction seasonally soft, the flatbed market remains softer than the other main trailer types.

Challenges to Both Importers and Exporters

Recycled metals news highlights as we close out the week.