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Florida comes in with the second-highest percent drop in broker permits.
The trucking scene in Florida is hitting the brakes. Here's what the data shows for the Sunshine State.
Florida comes in as the state with the second-highest percent drop in broker permits.
During the pandemic's peak, truckers and freight brokers thrived as online shopping soared. But as consumer spending shifts from goods to experiences, the industry is feeling the pinch.
Ripple Effects
The industry is 'normalizing' after a pandemic boom, grappling with lower freight rates and higher fuel costs. The Florida downturn mirrors a 78% drop in the national freight market, hinting at economic recalibration.
Source: TCPalm
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