Global container shipping volumes reached a record 17.46M 20FT equivalent units in August, while freight pricing climbed to its highest level in more than two years, according to Container Trades Statistics (CTS). This new peak in August saw volumes increase 3.7% from August 2025, with...
Global container volume growth in October fell to its slowest pace since February 2025 as increased trade in Asia, Africa, the Middle East and Latin America was offset by falling US and European imports. Whilst security conditions may have improved, challenges such as high marine insurance...
Cost of living concerns, a softening employment market and continued uncertainty resulting from volatile trade and economic factors are all expected to contribute to an overall decline in both consumer confidence and spending for 2026 as well as anticipated cost rises. These impacts will reverberate widely...
Global container shipping volumes are showing unexpectedly strong growth, suggesting that the year may be better than many speculated, with global container volumes reaching 16 million TEU in four consecutive months. This sustained high volume is indicative of underlying strength in global demand and trade flows,...
The global leader in beverage alcohol data and insights, IWSR, has outlined the six global trends shaping the beverage alcohol sector in 2025: 1. Selective premiumisation Premiumisation continues to drive growth, but in a more fragmented manner. Health concerns and cost-of-living pressures continue to influence consumer decision-making....