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A chat on subreddit /r/wallstreetbets
human
Regardless of who it’s FB (fulfilled by) consolidation volume still has a normal baseline.

Remember that import volume is important as imported goods whether sold online or at retail have to be moved.. there’s no option.

I run a small family owned drayage company on the side in POLA/POLB.. an array of factors, including low demand, have led to a significant decrease in import volume.. it’s been about 5-6 months now. I have contacts at POLB who estimate this won’t pick up again until April/may.. it will be a full 9 month decrease, enough to burn inventory layers.

Too many things at play to determine what’s causing this exactly, but bullwhip and low demand are definitely contributing.

Would be great if this is just an “actual” recession and things pick back up this summer.. means it won’t be until late 2023 or early 2024 where the economy ”feels” like it’s rebounding.

Trucking is an early indicator of demand activity
gpt
Import volume is a good indicator, too. 

I've always thought a combo fulfillment center / customs clearance facility in one would be a great way to make things efficient. Never saw this b4.

I've reduced my imports significantly due to the headaches involved.