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Freight Market Signals to Watch | #WithSONAR
14 minutes Posted Feb 23, 2026 at 3:45 pm.
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Welcome back to WithSONAR!
In this episode we're breaking down the key freight market indicators you should be watching to confidently back your pricing and bid decisions.
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As we move deeper into bid season, understanding both demand and capacity signals is critical. In this webinar, we cover:
๐Ÿ“ฆ IOTI (Import Ocean TEU Index) โ€“ The earliest signal of inbound demand into the U.S.
๐Ÿš› Truckload Volume Trends โ€“ How national freight demand is tracking YoY
๐Ÿ“‰ Tender Rejections (OTRI) โ€“ What carrier sentiment says about capacity tightness
๐Ÿ’ต Spot vs. Contract Rates โ€“ Why rate convergence matters right now
Whether youโ€™re preparing for RFP season, evaluating new freight opportunities, or defending contract increases, this episode shows you how to turn SONARโ€™s market data into actionable pricing strategy.
๐Ÿ“ฉ Have questions? Reach out to [email protected] or your Account Manager.
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