Freight brokers face Q4 turbulence with tariffs, the end of de minimis, an 80% USPS traffic collapse, and a proposed $85B rail merger.
Our guest today is Samir Burdzovic, Founder at Elysium Enterprise. We go behind the scenes of their newest platform designed to help trucking companies, his thoughts on AI, and much more.
When invited to the grand opening of DHL Express Finland’s brand-new €100M carbon-neutral terminal, you don’t say no.
"Verdict on earnings at CHRW has been swift and savage. It hit a 52-week low at $71.57 today. It was $89.71 as recently as Jan 5. Stock hasn't been this low since May '20." - John Kingston
Happy Groundhog Day. This morning, Punxsutawney Phil predicted an early spring. Hopefully, that also means produce loads from the South will hit the market early this year. Today's feature focuses on the latest Q4 2023 logistics earnings reports, highlighting key financials and market impacts. We're also covering C.H. Robinson's stock drop post-earnings, the FBI's crackdown on a trucker-involved drug ring, and the latest acquisition by Ryder System.
🤔 Question of the Day: What percentage of the retail market share does ZYN hold in the US? Scroll down to the Around the Freight Web section to find out.
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Our guest today is Samir Burdzovic, Founder at Elysium Enterprise. We go behind the scenes of their newest platform designed to help trucking companies, his thoughts on AI, and much more.
Plus: Pink Cheetah v. TQL dismissed, a $1.4M cargo theft disrupted, brokers push for federal vetting standards, and more.
Plus: U.S. imports slow as tariffs bite, Mexico slaps 50% tariffs on Chinese goods, UP–NS defend their $85B merger amidst rival alliances, and more.
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