FreightWaves Aug 27, 2026 Supply Chain

Tender Rejections at 13.5%: Is Freight Bottoming?

Tender rejections are running near 13.5%, which could indicate the freight market has found a short-term bottom ahead of Labor Day. The cycle is described as supply-led.

Why this matters to buyers

A potential market bottom could signal a future increase in freight rates. The current supply-led cycle suggests capacity is still relatively available.

Recommended buyer actions

  • Consider locking in current freight rates for upcoming shipments if possible.
  • Monitor market indicators for signs of a sustained rate increase.

Original source context

Tender rejections are still running near 13.5% — and that could mean the freight market has found a short-term bottom ahead of Labor Day. In this SONAR update, we break down what stalled rejection declines mean for capacity, why this still looks like a supply-led cycle, how intermodal pulled pressure off truckload this summer, and […] The post Tender Rejections at 13.5%: Is Freight Bottoming? appeared first on FreightWaves.

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