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Weekly Transportation Update: Economic growth and the freight economy were robust in Q3
The FTR Experts
October 30, 2023
A week of surprising data indicates a stronger economy than maybe expected.
Real consumer spending rises 0.4% in September.
Sales of new homes rise sharply in September.
Spot rates fall again for the third straight week.
Intermodal volume edges higher as rail carload shows stability.
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