Spot Market Insights - December 8, 2025
Spot rates surge during the week following Thanksgiving
The total broker-posted spot rate in the Truckstop.com system rose by the most in a week since March to its highest level since early July during the week ended December 5 (week 48). Refrigerated spot rates were especially strong, surging by the most since International Roadcheck week in May to their highest level since January 2023. Flatbed spot rates rose by the most since April and were the highest in six weeks while dry van spot rates rose solidly to their highest level since mid-year.
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