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23 August 2026

Freight rates, peak season and what’s next

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Freight rates, peak season and what’s next

What’s really driving freight rates in 2026? In this episode of The Loadstar Podcast, we’re joined by Judah Levine, Head of Research at Freightos, to discuss the latest trends across global ocean and airfreight markets. Judah shares his insight on rate movements across the major lanes, the balance between supply and demand and the impact of external factors on freight markets. We also discuss the shifting nature of peak seasons, when the ... The post Freight rates, peak season and what’s next appeared first on The Loadstar .

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