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Analysis of the US Bank 2024 Q3 Freight Payment Index

In this episode, Scott W. Luton and Tandreia Bellamy explore the latest insights from the U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index for Q3 2024 with Bobby Holland, Director of Freight Business Analytics at U.S. Bank, and Cathy Morrow Roberson, Founder & President of Logistics Trends and Insights. Together, they discuss national and regional freight trends, discussing how data-driven decisions are shaping the future of domestic truck freight.

The panel highlights emerging trends in transportation, from strong import volumes on the West Coast to unique challenges in the Southeast due to recent weather impacts. Bobby and Cathy also share their expertise in interpreting key metrics, helping businesses navigate freight volatility, managing supply chain costs, and adapting to shifts in the housing and manufacturing sectors.

Tune in to hear expert takes on how regional dynamics and national economic shifts are impacting the freight market and learn how businesses can use these insights to make smarter, more resilient decisions in uncertain times.

This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Tandreia Bellamy, and produced by Amanda Luton and Trisha Cordes.

Additional Links & Resources

Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show:

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-K5mZ-atZEI
U.S. Bank 2024 Q3 Freight Payment Index: https://bit.ly/scn-us-bank
Connect with Bobby Holland: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobby-holland-4a9355/,
Connect with Cathy Morrow Roberson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-morrow-roberson-lti/
Learn more about Logistics Trends & Insights: https://logisticsti.com/
Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about

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