The ‘Logistics’ Road Ahead in 2014: Cheaper Fuel, More Rules
Economy, fuel prices, regulations, trucking freight, truckload capacity, intermodal – there’s optimism and pessimism ahead for everyone.
By Peggy Dorf
January 15, 2014
After completing a recap of 2013 in freight transportation, I looked to economists, analysts and other industry experts who offered forecasts for 2014.
The consensus is that positive and negative factors will pull in opposite directions.
The most likely outcome is a year of relative stability, which can be interpreted as recession, stagnation or growth, depending on your point of view.
Optimists can appreciate the opportunities inherent in a (largely) predictable business environment, while pessimists can focus on downside risks.
There’s something for everyone…
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