Asia-To-US Container Rates Spike 109% Since Iran War Started
Container shipping rates from Asia to the US have surged by 109% since the start of the Iran war, driven by higher fuel costs, congestion at some Asian ports, and increased demand. This spike reflects ongoing global supply chain disruptions.
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