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U.S. Logistics Costs Hit Four-Year Peak as Supply Pressures Mount

Logistics expenses across the United States have climbed to their highest level in four years. This surge is driven by persistent supply chain constraints that limit carrier capacity and push rates higher. Truckload linehaul rates have surged to cycle highs according to industry data, with carrier pricing power accelerating ahead of peak seasonal demand periods. The cost spike reflects broader supply shocks that complicate efforts to manage inflation pressures. Seasonal demand patterns are expected to continue pushing rejection rates and pricing power higher through the fourth quarter. The confluence of limited supply and rising demand has created a challenging environment for shippers managing freight budgets. Federal policymakers face headwinds as supply-driven inflation proves difficult to address through traditional monetary policy tools.