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This is the shit that makes me go fuuuuuuuuu😬
https://www.vizionapi.com/blog/tariff-shockwave-us-import-bookings-collapse-after-q1-surgeA Sudden April Crash in Bookings
As tariff-related uncertainty intensified, booking volumes collapsed in real time. Comparing the week of March 24–31, 2025 to the following week, April 1–8, 2025, we saw sharp declines:
Global TEUs Booked: ↓ 49%
Overall U.S. Imports: ↓ 64%
Overall U.S. Exports: ↓ 30%
U.S. Imports from China: ↓ 64%
U.S. Exports to China: ↓ 36%
This dramatic drop aligned with two key developments: the April 4th U.S. tariff announcement, followed by China’s retaliatory measures announced on April 5th. The result? A widespread booking freeze, as shippers paused mid-shipment cycle to reassess costs, timelines, and broader trade strategy.
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