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Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.

Business, Technology, Safety, Sponsored

Combatting Cargo Theft

Protect your fleet and freight with telematics.

February 1, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

Tariff Fears Hit Autos, Chipmakers, China-Exposed Stocks

The threat of tariffs has loomed large over U.S. equities. Investors and strategists warn that high levies can reignite inflation in the country, and in turn, weigh on stocks.

January 31, 2025
Government, Business, Technology, Logistics

Economists Race to Assess Trump’s Tariff Plans

The potential fallout depends on the specifics of what President Donald Trump announces. It also depends on how Canada and Mexico respond.

January 31, 2025
Business, Equipment

Eaton Reports $6.24 Billion Revenue for Q4

Eaton Corp. reported gains in net income and revenue for the fourth quarter of 2024.

January 31, 2025
Government, Business, Equipment, Fuel, Logistics

White House Confirms Tariffs Set for Feb. 1

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump will put in place 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% tariffs on goods from China effective Feb. 1, the White House said.

January 31, 2025
Business, Technology, Logistics, For-Hire, Top 100

ArcBest Sees Profit, Revenue Declines in Q4 2024

The Fort Smith, Ark.-based logistics company posted net income of $29 million, or $1.24 a diluted share, for the three months ending Dec. 31.

January 31, 2025
Government, Business, Technology

Musk Fights Tariffs on Graphite From China

Elon Musk’s Tesla Inc. is spearheading an effort to block new tariffs on graphite imports from China, pitting Donald Trump’s richest backer against the president’s favorite economic tool.

January 31, 2025
Government, Business

Mexico Warns Trump 25% Tariffs Would Be ‘Strategic Mistake’

Mexico’s government told President Donald Trump that his plan to place 25% tariffs on its goods would be a mistake that raises costs for U.S. consumers.

January 31, 2025
Government, Business, Logistics, TCA

Military Moving System Plagued by Late Pickups, Deliveries

About 1,000 service members have faced late pickups or deliveries of household goods under the initial phase-in of the Defense Department’s revamped system for relocations.

January 31, 2025
Business, Equipment

Schneider Q4 Profit Rises 19% on Improved OR, Cowan Deal

A 19% gain in fourth-quarter profit at Schneider was propelled by the boost its dedicated operations received from the carrier’s acquisition of Cowan Systems, as well as improvements in its operating ratios.

January 31, 2025