Kelsea Ansfield

The U.S. freight transportation sector showed continued momentum in February 2026, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS). The Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)  increased 1.5%  from January, marking the second consecutive month of growth. Year-over-year, the index rose 1.9%  from February 2025. The Freight TSI, which measures the volume of freight carried by for-hire transportation providers, reached 139.8  in February. Key February 2026...

The U.S. manufacturing sector extended its expansion for the third consecutive month in March 2026, according to the latest ISM® Manufacturing PMI® Report. The headline PMI rose slightly to 52.7% , up 0.3 percentage points from February’s reading of 52.4%. While the overall economy has now been in expansion for 17 straight months, the report reveals a mixed picture with notable cost pressures and growing external uncertainties. Key March 2026 Highlights Manufacturing PMI® : 52.7% (up from...

Amazon has announced it will apply a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge  to its Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) services in the U.S., effective in the coming weeks. The surcharge averages approximately $0.17 per unit , according to the company. This move comes as supply chains continue to face upward pressure on transportation costs, largely driven by the ongoing military conflict in the Middle East and the resulting spike in fuel prices. Why This Matters for Sellers and Shippers For businesses...