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July Sees 3.2% Container Volume Rise Amid Tariff Fears
8/29/2025
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Story summary
- U.S. inbound container volume increased by 3.2% in July 2025 due to tariff frontloading.
- Shipping analyst John McCown forecasts a 5.6% decline in total inbound volume for 2025, with possible drops over 17.5%.
- Tariffs and U.S. penalties on Chinese vessels are anticipated to affect shipping rates and trade patterns.
