AFS Logistics Nightingale on Freight Market Challenges

AFS Logistics Nightingale on Freight Market Challenges

The President of AFS interprets the freight market, analyzing the Cowen/AFS Index and discussing topics such as peak season, capacity rates, nearshoring, and the Baltimore bridge collapse. The analysis provides valuable insights into current trends and challenges impacting the freight industry and offers perspectives on navigating these complexities within the broader supply chain landscape. This overview helps stakeholders understand the forces shaping freight costs and make informed decisions regarding their logistics strategies.

01/15/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Ads Launches Five New Tools for Holiday Sellers

Amazon Ads Launches Five New Tools for Holiday Sellers

With the Amazon year-end shopping season approaching, sellers face the challenge of rising ACOS. This article delves into five new features of Amazon Sponsored Products ads, covering campaign suggestions and optimization. These features help sellers target precisely, adjust prices intelligently, and troubleshoot efficiently, empowering them to succeed during the peak season. The focus is on leveraging these tools to improve ad performance and maximize ROI during this crucial period.

12/29/2025 Logistics Industry Insights
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Predictive Analytics Boosts Supply Chain Resilience for Peak Demand

Predictive Analytics Boosts Supply Chain Resilience for Peak Demand

Peak season presents significant supply chain challenges, making accurate demand forecasting crucial. Companies should leverage data analysis and market trend insights to optimize inventory, transportation, and collaborate closely with suppliers. Investing in forecasting technologies and building a flexible supply chain are essential for effectively responding to unexpected events, ensuring business continuity, and enhancing competitiveness. Accurate prediction enables proactive planning and resource allocation, mitigating risks associated with increased demand and potential disruptions during peak periods.

01/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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UPS Adjusts China Parcel Fees Affecting Crossborder Ecommerce

UPS Adjusts China Parcel Fees Affecting Crossborder Ecommerce

UPS has adjusted its China export parcel fees, introducing new area surcharges and a 'peak season surcharge,' increasing costs for US importers. Businesses need to adjust their strategies to cope with these changes. This includes exploring alternative shipping options, negotiating rates, and optimizing supply chains to mitigate the impact of the increased fees. Understanding the specifics of these new surcharges and their application is crucial for effective cost management and maintaining competitiveness in the global market.

11/03/2025 Logistics
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Global Firms Adopt New Strategies to Tackle Supply Chain Volatility

Global Firms Adopt New Strategies to Tackle Supply Chain Volatility

In the face of ongoing global supply chain disruptions, businesses need to enhance end-to-end visibility, implement key strategies such as diversified sourcing and strategic inventory, and strengthen customs compliance. By building a resilient supply chain, companies can not only navigate peak season challenges but also gain a long-term competitive advantage and achieve sustainable development. Prioritizing these areas allows for proactive risk mitigation and ensures smoother operations, ultimately leading to improved customer satisfaction and profitability.

01/05/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Enhances Ad Precision in Europe Japan with Realtime Data

Amazon Enhances Ad Precision in Europe Japan with Realtime Data

Amazon Genie's real-time data stream now supports European and Japanese marketplaces, providing Amazon sellers with refined advertising management tools. With real-time data, sellers can precisely adjust bidding prices, optimize keywords, refine product targeting strategies, and manage budgets to improve advertising effectiveness. This data-driven operational approach helps sellers stand out in highly competitive markets and achieve greater success, especially during the upcoming peak season promotions. It empowers informed decision-making and maximizes ROI for Amazon advertising campaigns.

01/04/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Launches Ad Tools to Drive Holiday Sales

Amazon Launches Ad Tools to Drive Holiday Sales

How can Amazon sellers leverage the latest advertising reports to stand out during peak season? This article provides an in-depth analysis of Amazon's new 'Purchases attributed to ads report' and 'Total traffic and invalid traffic report'. It offers practical strategies for ASIN optimization and keyword optimization, helping sellers improve advertising effectiveness and achieve brand growth. By understanding and utilizing these reports, sellers can make data-driven decisions to maximize ROI and boost sales performance during critical shopping periods.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Suspends Sellers for Policy Violations

Amazon Suspends Sellers for Policy Violations

Amazon is strictly scrutinizing seller messaging and listing content for prohibited words, with violations potentially leading to account suspension and limited appeal options. Sellers must adhere to platform guidelines and avoid using sensitive terms. Compliant operations are crucial. This article provides a detailed list of prohibited words and corresponding strategies to help sellers mitigate risks and ensure successful peak season sales. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and avoiding these terms to maintain a healthy Amazon business.

01/06/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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Amazon Updates Seller Tools for Video Ads Inventory Management

Amazon Updates Seller Tools for Video Ads Inventory Management

Amazon updated its video ad features, allowing Sponsored Brand Video (SBV) ads to link directly to Brand Stores, facilitating brand promotion. Meanwhile, four European countries will implement an automatic removal policy for aged inventory. Sellers need to adjust their advertising strategies and check inventory settings promptly to avoid unnecessary losses and seize peak season opportunities. This includes optimizing SBV campaigns to leverage the direct-to-store functionality and proactively managing inventory levels to comply with the new European policy.

01/05/2026 Logistics
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Alixpartners Expert Analyzes Freight Logistics Challenges

Alixpartners Expert Analyzes Freight Logistics Challenges

AlixPartners expert Marc Iampieri analyzes key factors impacting freight logistics, including peak season consumer trends, port labor negotiations, interest rate policies, freight rate volatility, and tariff policies. He emphasizes that companies need to strengthen risk management, optimize supply chain networks, improve operational efficiency, enhance collaboration with carriers, and embrace digital transformation to address challenges and seize opportunities. These strategies are crucial for navigating the evolving landscape and maintaining a competitive edge in the freight logistics industry.

01/07/2026 Logistics Industry Insights
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