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What's ahead for U.S. chemicals?

Join @AmChemistry economist Martha Gilchrist Moore Nov. 9 in Houston for insights on market disruptions and future growth at the 2026 Chemical Cars & Capital Forum.

Register: https://t.co/BVLzkJathq

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What's driving freight demand in 2027?

Join FTR's Jonathan Starks, CEO, and Eric Starks, Chairman, on Nov. 10 in Houston for economic forecasts and insights to inform your sourcing, inventory and capacity plans.

Register today!
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Spot rates barely budged for a 2nd straight week.

📉 Dry van and refrigerated van rates edged lower.
📈 Flatbed posted a minimal gain.
📊 All 3 followed typical seasonal patterns.

Read FTR and @Trckstopdotcom's latest SMI: https://t.co/199bbYl0fg
#Trucking #Freight

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One month to Houston!

Join FTR + RFC Nov. 9 for the Chemical Cars & Capital Forum. Get the forecasts and insights you need to pressure-test your 2027 fleet and capital plans.

Register Now: https://t.co/pl7o1vBl31

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Spot rates held steady after last week's strong gains.

📈 Refrigerated van rose just over 1¢/mile.
📈 Dry van gained less than ½¢.
📉 Flatbed dipped less than 1¢.

Read FTR and @Trckstopdotcom's latest SMI: https://t.co/CzcmdCRI1S

#Trucking #Freight

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One month to Houston!

Join FTR Nov. 10 for the Chemicals & Petroleum Symposium. Get targeted forecasts, expert insights and direct access to analysts to pressure-test your 2027 plans.

Register today!
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Spot rates posted solid gains across all equipment types.

-Dry van saw its strongest wk 39 gain since 2008
-Refrigerated van rose despite typically declining this week
-Flatbed increased for a 3rd straight week

Read FTR and @Trckstopdotcom's latest SMI: https://t.co/Cec3z5vVe9

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FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast with @AveryVise
🔹Diesel fell 14.7¢. Distillate inventories are flat when they should be building for winter
🔹Spot rates were mixed. The total market rate was up nearly 42% y/y
🔹New-home sales jumped 6.4% m/m
https://t.co/GWNpUuKCfc

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Spot rates were mixed this week.

📈 Dry van and flatbed rates moved higher.
📉 Refrigerated van rates declined.

Read FTR and @Trckstopdotcom's latest SMI: https://t.co/tDInnRlsG9
#Trucking #Freight

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Planning for 2027? Start with the data shaping chemicals and petroleum markets.

Join FTR Nov. 10 in Houston for forecasts and market intelligence to strengthen your 2027 sourcing, budgeting and transportation strategies.

Register today: https://t.co/h08ZcQCXGB

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The market is sending signals. Do you know which ones matter?

Join FTR + RFC Nov. 9 in Houston for the Chemical Cars & Capital Forum. Dig into the data and market forces shaping rail equipment and capital decisions for 2027.

Register: https://t.co/OsgsL8AR1O

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Spot rates were mixed this week.
📈 Flatbed posted its largest week 37 increase since at least 2008.
📉 Dry van and refrigerated van rates declined in line with seasonal expectations.

Read FTR and @Trckstopdotcom's latest SMI: https://t.co/FCP0K49vkw
#Trucking #Freight

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Happening this week! Join @FoodShippers + FTR on Sept. 24 for a complimentary look at the 2027 economic & freight outlook for the food industry.

See what the latest market signals could mean for your planning in the year ahead.

Register now at: https://t.co/qlhaAosAVV

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One week to go! Join @FoodShippers + FTR Sept. 24 for a complimentary webinar on the 2027 freight outlook for the food & beverage industry.

Get insights on capacity, demand, pricing & more to help you prepare for the year ahead.

Register now: https://t.co/pQgNsi3YIU

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Plan your 2027 fleet strategy with confidence. Join FTR and Railroad Financial Corporation Nov. 9 in Houston for the Chemical Cars & Capital Forum—focused on rail equipment demand, leasing, financing and capital markets.

Register today: https://t.co/CJrnHcXp0U

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Van spot rates moved higher, but surging diesel prices offset much of the gain.

📈 Dry van and refrigerated van rates rose modestly.
📉 Flatbed returned to its downward trend.

Read FTR and @Trckstopdotcom's latest Spot Market Insights: https://t.co/qaR0uIUFQO
#Trucking #Freight

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Planning for 2027 starts now! Join FTR Nov. 10 in Houston for the State of Freight: Chemicals & Petroleum Symposium and get the forecasts and insights you need to plan with confidence.

Register today: https://t.co/SExJnBd4Dy

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Spot rates moved sharply higher heading into Labor Day.

📈 All equipment types posted gains for the first time since May.
📈 The total market rate saw its largest increase since May.

Read FTR and @Trckstopdotcom's latest update: https://t.co/qPNgbhIvID

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Trucking Market Update w/ @AveryVise
- Diesel prices surged to all-time high
- U.S. crude futures remain elevated, adding to operational costs
- Trucking added significant jobs in August
Listen & download slides: https://t.co/TS5MtLld0f
#Trucking #Freight #SupplyChain #Economy

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That’s a wrap on Rail Equipment Day—and the 2026 #FTRConference!

Our final day covered rail demand, regulatory updates, railcar segments & the market trends shaping what’s next.

Thank you to our attendees, speakers, sponsors & partners for a great week in Indy!
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