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SMBs optimistic as rest of 2026 bodes well for trucking

SMBs are generally a priority target for carriers due to the high margins available. (vitfo/Getty Images) July 6, 2026 3:41 pm, EDT key takeaways: The DHL Express US survey found that most SMBs meet or exceed 2026 expectations, indicating support for trucking margins, especially LTL carriers. The survey said 38% outperformed first-half plans, 36% met

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Booming freight market bodes well for top freight carriers

UPS maintained its No. 1 ranking on Transportation Topics’ Top 100 For-Hire Carriers for 2026 list. (Graham Hughes/Bloomberg News) June 27, 2026 at 7:00 am EDT key takeaways: North America’s largest for-hire carriers reported improving market conditions in 2026 after several years of recession, while the 2025-based Top 100 rankings still reflect last year’s challenges.

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