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23 September 2026

Houston Freight Tightened Fast: No. 2 in 2 Weeks

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Houston Freight Tightened Fast: No. 2 in 2 Weeks

Houston freight tightened fast — from one of the loosest markets to No. 2 for tightening in under two weeks. This freight market update breaks down tender rejections above 14%, spot rates at 342, diesel at $6. 54, intermodal strength and what tropical storm risk could mean for supply chains. Key takeaways: volume is up week over week but still choppy, ocean imports may have already peaked, Houston is turning outbound-heavy again, and fuel spreads are creating a real cost story for carriers.

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