Flexport Indicators for Press

This page provides access to our Flexport Indicators for the press. You can view interactive Flexport Indicator graphs, available via Tableau. Data downloads are available also.

Update September 18, 2023:

Trade Activity Forecast

Data for charts is available here.

Fig. 1 - Strong potential for U.S. Exports from August Onwards

Fig. 2 - Auto Imports Still a Driving Force

Fig. 3 - Exports of Autos and Consumer Goods Bright Spots

Flexport Consumption Forecast

Data for charts is available here.

Fig. 1 Spending to Remain Strong into the Fall

Fig. 2 Spending on Clothing to Continue Gradual Recovery

Fig. 3 Durable Goods Still Robust

Post Covid Indicator

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Fig. 1 Covid-Era Tilt Toward Goods Endures

Fig. 2 Durables Preference Strengthens Ahead of the Holiday Season

Trade Price Forecast

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Fig. 1 - Export Prices Continue Declining After a July Jump

Fig. 2 - Import Prices for Industrial Supplies to Remain Level

Fig. 3 - Consumer Goods Export Prices to Rise Slightly

The next update for the Flexport Indicators will be on October 17.

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