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This week's FreightWaves Supply Chain Pricing Power Index remains at 40, favoring shippers. Tender volumes are recovering from seasonal lows, but spot rates remain elevated near 52-week highs. Tender rejection rates are holding above 7%, indicating capacity constraints. The dry van market is rebounding, while the reefer market remains tight. The flatbed market is stable, but rejection rates remain depressed.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 05:01 PM UTC

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's political embrace of President Trump sparks concern and questions among employees over the company's reputation. Zuckerberg has axed third-party fact-checking, hired Trump loyalists, and reinstated political content, aligning himself with Elon Musk's moves. Analysts speculate on the impact of these changes and Trump's support for rival platform TikTok.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 04:00 PM UTC

Chicago's Little Village, known as the "Mexico of the Midwest," becomes a ghost town as fears of immigration raids following Trump's inauguration spread. Businesses see a steep decline in foot traffic as residents fear venturing out, raising concerns about long-term economic impacts.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 03:04 PM UTC

Netflix earnings: Analysts bullish after strong content slate, live sports success

Published on: January 21, 2025, 03:02 PM UTC

President Trump's unpredictable tariff policies and executive orders on immigration and oil production will challenge businesses in the US and worldwide, forcing them to adjust in real time. Market volatility and uncertainty about Trump's next moves have investors and corporate executives on edge.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 03:00 PM UTC

President Donald Trump issues executive order extending TikTok's stay in the US for 75 days following a weekend of uncertainty over its fate.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 02:02 PM UTC

Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan says the Federal Reserve needs to consider Trump's fiscal policies when setting monetary policy. Despite Fed uncertainty, Bank of America shares have rallied 11.5% since Trump's election win. The banking sector has had a strong fourth quarter, with Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Citi reporting strong results.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 02:01 PM UTC

President Trump overhauls US energy policy, prioritizing fossil fuel production and withdrawing from climate change efforts. His directives aim to boost energy production and reduce costs, but face potential legal challenges.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 10:02 AM UTC

President Trump delayed imposing tariffs on China, instead directing his administration to investigate unfair global trade practices and Beijing's compliance with a previous deal. The fact sheet released outlines measures to address foreign currency manipulation and reduce reliance on foreign supply chains. While Trump threatened increased tariffs on BRICS countries, he refrained from setting a date for additional Chinese tariffs. The decision indicates a shift towards negotiations and a potential new deal with China.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 05:01 AM UTC

President Trump issues executive order to shield TikTok from US ban, but experts say order is legally dubious.

Published on: January 21, 2025, 04:01 AM UTC