The June Logistics Manager Index (LMI) report indicates a strong continued growth momentum in the logistics industry, with the LMI value reaching 60.7. Key drivers include inventory levels and transportation utilization. However, uncertainty surrounding high inventories and trade policies poses challenges to sustaining future demand growth.
The recently released Logistics Managers' Index (LMI) indicates that despite ongoing challenges from rising costs and tight warehousing, the logistics sector continued to expand in May, with an LMI reading of 59.4. This reflects pressures in inventory management and changes in transportation capacity, while also suggesting multiple uncertainties in the economic recovery.
The Logistics Manager Index (LMI), inspired by the PMI, is a monthly survey of key logistics indicators, offering a novel perspective on economic forecasting. It faces challenges related to data quality and analytical tools, requiring continuous improvement. The LMI aims to provide timely insights into the logistics sector and its impact on the broader economy, helping businesses and policymakers make informed decisions regarding supply chain management and economic outlook.
The Logistics Managers' Index (LMI) reached 60.7 in June, an increase of 1.3% from May, marking the first time it has surpassed 60 since July 2022. This reflects strong signs of recovery in the logistics industry.
The Logistics Manager Index (LMI) for June 2025 indicates continued growth in the logistics sector, reaching 60.7. Inventory costs and transportation prices remain stable; however, warehousing capacity has contracted for the first time, leaving some uncertainty in the outlook.
The June Logistics Managers' Index (LMI) indicates that the logistics sector has achieved growth for the second consecutive month, driven primarily by an increase in inventory levels. While short-term developments appear optimistic, there are still concerns about future demand conditions and uncertainties regarding trade policies.
The Logistics Managers' Index (LMI) rebounded strongly to 60.7 in June, indicating a recovery trend in the global logistics industry. This increase was driven by fluctuations in inventory levels and transportation prices. However, there are still uncertainties about whether future demand can be sustained, influenced by trade policies.
The Logistics Manager's Index (LMI) for June highlights a recovery in the logistics sector, reaching 60.7 after two consecutive months of growth. Rising inventory levels and costs are key driving factors. Additionally, warehousing capacity has entered contraction territory for the first time, indicating a landscape where challenges and opportunities coexist.
In June, the Logistics Manager Index (LMI) significantly rose to 60.7, marking a strong recovery in the logistics sector. The report highlights improvements in inventory levels and changes in transportation and warehousing capacities. However, it also warns of uncertainties in market demand for the second half of the year, which could impact future economic and logistics trends.
The latest Logistics Manager's Index (LMI) indicates that the US logistics industry has expanded for 14 consecutive months, signaling continued robust growth. Inventory expansion is accelerating, warehousing prices are rising, transportation capacity continues to expand, and transportation price increases are slowing down. Businesses need to pay attention to changes in trade policies, optimize inventory management, and improve supply chain efficiency to navigate the evolving landscape.
