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3 September 2026

August LMI: Capacity at 40, Yet Prices Soar. Why This Disconnect?

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August LMI: Capacity at 40, Yet Prices Soar. Why This Disconnect?

The August Logistics Managers’ Index (LMI) reveals a striking paradox in the freight market: transportation capacity continues its deep contraction with a reading of 40, yet prices are surging. This disconnect creates a challenging environment for carriers striving for profitability. Julie Van de Kamp breaks down the latest PMI and LMI data, exploring key indicators like new orders, customer inventories, and transportation utilization. Learn why pricing pressures are expected to persist over the next 12 months and what this means for your supply chain strategy. Transportation prices climbed another 3.

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