Transport Pro Freight Market Analysis

An Interactive Report for June 2025

June Market Snapshot

Shipment Volume Change

+6.1%

Avg. Shipper Rate

$2.78/mi

Flatbed Margin Recovery

16.0%

Int'l Shipments (MoM)

+57.1%

Market Overview: Volume Up, Rates Flat

June saw divergent trends in the freight market. A significant 6.1% increase in shipment volumes provided a positive demand signal, helping to improve broker margins. However, this increased activity did not translate to upward pressure on carrier rates, which remained largely stagnant. The following sections explore the key drivers of the June market, from broker profitability to long-term rate trends.

Brokerage Margin Analysis

Select a month to see how profitability varied across equipment types. Margins improved in June, with Flatbed showing the strongest recovery.

International Shipments

A notable economic indicator in June was the sharp rebound in international shipment volumes, suggesting resilient demand despite tariffs.

Interactive Rate Analysis

Despite strong volume, carrier rates showed no upward momentum, indicating market capacity remains sufficient. Use the controls below to explore rate changes across different timeframes. The year-over-year data underscores a persistent deflationary rate environment compared to 2024.

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Historical Van Spot Market

This chart provides a long-term perspective on the Van spot market. While current rates are flat compared to 2024 levels, they represent a significant stabilization from the volatility and depressed rates observed through much of 2023. This stability, aided by lower fuel costs, has helped slow the loss of carrier capacity in the market.