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Spot vs. Contract Rates: Don’t Be Fooled by Short-Term Declines

August 11, 2026 1 min read

The gap between spot and contract freight rates is widening, with contract rates up almost 20% year-over-year while spot rates see a monthly dip. Dive into SONAR data to understand why this isn’t just seasonal softening. We’ll explore the strategic shift to intermodal in key markets like Indianapolis and what it means for your procurement […] The post Spot vs. Contract Rates: Don

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