After a steady rise in global container shipping rates, recent months have seen a notable decline, with rates from China to the U.S. dropping by as much as 20%. The easing of rates is attributed to weakened demand and adjustments in shipping lanes in anticipation of potential disruptions from the pending East Coast port strikes in October. The downturn marks an unexpected shift ahead of what is usually the peak shipping season.

Global Economies & 2025 Outloook
Despite recent positive economic data and a mostly robust outlook, the overall European economy still faces headwinds into 2025, with persistent core inflation, unsure policy