Global Freight Shipping Costs Surge Ahead of Anticipated US Tariffs

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Published: 2026-06-29
Category: business
Source: Financial Times
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Freight shipping expenses have climbed to their highest level since the Red Sea crisis two years ago, as businesses accelerate inventory stockpiling. Companies are rushing to ship goods in anticipation of new US tariffs expected to be implemented next month, driving up demand and costs.

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