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Trump's Tariffs Disrupt Logistics, Trade Deficit Declines

11/21/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs are hampering logistics.
Freight volumes for van, flatbed, and refrigerated loads fell in October.
The U.S. Census Bureau reported an $18.4 billion August import drop, contributing to a 23% trade-deficit decline.
The Port of Long Beach reported a 16% drop in Chinese imports.
China shifted soybean purchases to Brazil and agreed to buy more U.S. soybeans amid easing tensions.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs are hampering logistics.
Freight volumes for van, flatbed, and refrigerated loads fell in October.
The U.S. Census Bureau reported an $18.4 billion August import drop, contributing to a 23% trade-deficit decline.
The Port of Long Beach reported a 16% drop in Chinese imports.
China shifted soybean purchases to Brazil and agreed to buy more U.S. soybeans amid easing tensions.