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Q1 2026 Shipper Rate Report: Key Takeaways From the Latest Freight Demand and Pricing Outlook

The Q1 2026 freight market is sending mixed signals across modes. Here's what FreightWaves SONAR data and industry reports reveal about truckload, LTL, and intermodal rate trends — and how shippers should respond.

CXTMS Insights · 6 min read