China-US Ocean Freight Rates on Roller Coaster, Latest Rebound Reflects Shifting Demand - YT FINANCE

Freight surge on Asia-Europe route loses steam: Drewry - Maritime Gateway

At least for the time being, the recent spike in container freight costs between Asia and North Europe seems to have levelled off, as spot rates across many important indices are beginning to decline. The Shanghai–Rotterdam route saw a 2% weekly drop-in rates, according to Drewry’s World Container Index (WCI), which ended a six-week upward trend at $3,384 per 40-foot container. The SCFI and Xeneta’s XSI both remained stable at $3,996 per 40 feet…

China-US Ocean Freight Rates on Roller Coaster, Latest Rebound Reflects Shifting Demand - YT FINANCE

Global shipping routes are experiencing renewed volatility as China’s export freight rates show early signs of rebound ahead of the peak season. While US tariffs and shifting trade patterns disrupt North American routes, exporters are navigating cautious demand, capacity adjustments, and an approaching pre-holiday shipping surge.