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FTR | State of Freight

State of Freight is a series of industry resources from FTR, the leader in market intelligence and forecasting for the North American freight transportation industry. FTR podcasts provide updates for the Trucking and Rail markets, as well as the broader economy. Each podcast includes a slide deck of graphs that can be used in presentations or for internal analysis. For show downloads and to signup for more State of Freight content, go to www.FTRintel.com/podcast.

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Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning September 28,...

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/09/30

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss some slight relief on diesel prices, a mixed picture for spot rates in the latest week, and figures on manufacturing demand and home sales. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation. Download the PDF: https://ftrintel.com/trucking-p...

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16:43

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning September 21,...

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/09/22

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review key indicators of the industrial, consumer, and housing sectors and discuss another record high for diesel prices. Plus, we recap the week in the spot market for truck freight as usual. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation. Down...

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21:09

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning September 14,...

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/09/16

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review a second straight record in the price of diesel and a mixed week for spot rates. We’ll also examine home sales, price inflation, sales and inventories in the wholesale sector, and applications for new businesses. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by download...

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22:54

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning September 7,...

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/09/09

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review a new record high price for diesel and discuss a strong month for job growth in trucking and the economy as a whole. Plus, we recap the week in the spot market for truck freight and examine some indicators of manufacturing, construction, and trade. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the ...

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26:51

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning August 31, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/09/03

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss preliminary figures on likely changes in the estimate of employment in the U.S. economy and in trucking. Plus, we review some significant economic indicators that are relevant to freight and recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight as usual. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow...

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9:53

Rail Market Update - Week ending August 28, 2026

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2026/08/31

In this episode of FTR’s Rail Market Update, host Joseph Towers covers: Developments related to the UP-NS merger processA recap of recent changes in North American rail traffic levels.As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the PDF of the presentation. Download the PDF: https://www.ftrintel.com/rail-podcast Support the show

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18:04

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning August 24, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/08/26

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we highlight a milestone – for 2026, at least – for diesel prices, and it’s not a welcome one. We also review the latest data on manufacturing output and housing starts and recap the week in the spot market for truck freight as usual. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yo...

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20:19

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning August 17, 2026

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2026/08/19

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review the latest data on retail sales, home sales, and price inflation for both consumers and businesses, including a record change for one trucking sector. We also recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight as usual. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators

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6:59

Rail Market Update - Week ending August 14, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/08/14

In this episode of FTR’s Rail Market Update, host Joseph Towers covers: Eleventh Circuit court of appeals upholds the FRA’s rule on two-person crewsWeekly rail trafficAs this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the PDF of the presentation.Download the PDF: https://www.ftrintel.com/rail-podcastSupport the show

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23:33

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning August 10, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/08/12

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we dig into payroll employment for trucking and for the broader economy in July and review international trade data for June. Plus, we recap the latest week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the

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25:34

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning August 3, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/08/05

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we look back at the U.S. economy in the second quarter of this year and review encouraging indicators of the industrial, consumer, and construction sectors. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF:

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9:53

Rail Market Update - Week ending July 27, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/07/31

In this episode of FTR’s Rail Market Update, host Joseph Towers covers: UP’s second submission of required supplemental merger information.ARCI new car indicatorsWeekly rail trafficAs this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the PDF of the presentation.Download the PDF: https://www.ftrintel.com/rail-podcastSupport the show

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27:05

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning July 27, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/07/28

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we dig into notable changes related to diesel and petroleum pricing and to the spot market for truck freight. We also review some key indicators of the industrial and housing sectors.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF:

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18:23

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning July 20, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/07/21

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss the huge reversal in diesel prices over the past couple of weeks and a host of key economic indicators related to the industrial, consumer, and housing sectors. Plus, we recap the week in the spot market for truck freight.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by

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26:12

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning July 13, 2026

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2026/07/14

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss EPA’s proposed changes in NOx emissions regulations, a milestone for trucking market conditions from the carrier perspective, notable changes in diesel prices and the spot market for trucking freight, and a handful of general economic indicators.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and

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24:34

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning July 6, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/07/07

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we recap a record-setting week in the spot market and the latest in diesel prices. We also review changes in payroll employment for trucking and the U.S. economy as a whole and look at some key indicators of the industrial and construction sectors.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators

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21:40

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning June 29, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/06/30

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we examine some key indicators of the industrial, consumer, and housing sectors and review advance data on trade in goods and retail inventories. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight as usual.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by

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7:48

Rail Market Update - Week ending June 26, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/06/25

In this episode of FTR’s Rail Market Update, host Joseph Towers covers: Weekly rail trafficA deeper dive into intermodal’s strengthAs this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the PDF of the presentation.Download the PDF: https://www.ftrintel.com/rail-podcastSupport the show

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17:51

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning June 22, 2026

FTR | State of Freight ·

2026/06/23

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we review notable changes in the spot market for truck freight and for diesel prices and discuss key economic indicators related to the housing and consumer sectors.The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF:

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24:31

Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning June 15, 2026

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2026/06/16

In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss a development related to the recent Supreme Court decision regarding broker liability and review a host of economic indicators related to the industrial, consumer, and housing sectors. Plus, we recap the week for diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight as usual. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR’s Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow a...

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