The trucking industry is entering a pivotal period. After years of freight-market volatility and a prolonged capacity correction, shifting supply-and-demand dynamics are setting the stage for a changing market in late 2026 and into 2027. At the same time, trade and tariff policy, regulatory changes, labor and equipment costs, consumer and industrial demand, and continued uncertainty across global supply chains are adding new variables to the outlook.

In this must-attend session, two leading industry economists will cut through the noise and examine the economic and freight-market signals that matter most. They’ll explore what’s driving truck freight volumes, capacity, utilization, and rates; where the market cycle appears to be headed; and what carriers, shippers, and logistics providers should be watching as they plan for 2027.

Attendees will come away with a clearer view of the road ahead — including the key indicators and wildcards that could accelerate a freight-market recovery, prolong uncertainty, or send the industry in an entirely different direction.