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Shipping Is the New COGS: Why 2026 Carrier Rate Hikes Are Forcing E-Commerce Brands to Rethink Logistics Strategy
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Shipping Is the New COGS: Why 2026 Carrier Rate Hikes Are Forcing E-Commerce Brands to Rethink Logistics Strategy

2026 carrier rate hikes of 5.9% headline — but 10-20% effective — are forcing e-commerce brands to treat shipping as a core COGS line item. Here's how to fight back.

CXTMS InsightsCXTMS Insights · 5 min read