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Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.
Interactive Map: Pinpoint the 2026 Top 100 Logistics Companies
Find out where the 2026 Top 100 Logistics Companies are located by regions and by state in North America with our interactive map.
April 20, 2026Tariffs Continue to Drive Volatility, 3PLs Say
The Trump administration's hefty and oft-changing tariffs on U.S. imports disrupted trade patterns, creating uncertainty for shippers and their 3PL providers.
April 20, 20263PLs Hopeful for Freight Market Recovery
After withstanding a freight downturn that has persisted for nearly four years, third-party logistics providers have been eagerly awaiting a market rebound.
April 20, 2026Logistics Firms Embrace AI While Retaining Human Touch
Freight brokers and 3PLs generally have embraced the latest advances in artificial intelligence while continuing to emphasize the value of human expertise.
April 20, 2026Top 100 3PLs Adapt to Market Pressures, Trade Upheaval
The largest 3PLs in North America continued to face volatile business conditions last year, from compressed margins to tariff-driven supply chain upheaval.
April 20, 2026Logistics Sectors Face Mixed Results in 2025
Challenging conditions in 2025 led to mixed results across segments for many 3PLs, with freight brokers and warehousing providers best weathering the storm.
April 20, 2026How AI Is Transforming Logistics Operations
Recent breakthroughs in AI are beginning to reshape the way work is done in the freight industry, and 3PL providers are at the forefront of this transformation.
April 20, 20263PLs Navigated Market Volatility in 2025
In 2025, the U.S. third-party logistics market experienced significant volatility amid uncertainty over tariffs and fluctuating trade agreements.
April 20, 2026About Us: Transport Topics' Top 100 Logistics Companies
The Transport Topics’ Top 100 Logistics Companies is a listing of the largest logistics companies in North America.
April 20, 2026Fertilizer Prices Fall After Iran Says Strait Is Open
Fertilizer prices were dropping sharply April 17 after Iran said the Strait of Hormuz was open, bringing some much-needed relief to farmers.
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