Group 1 - The adjustment of tariffs on imports from the U.S. has led to a significant increase in orders from American clients for Chinese export companies, with some experiencing a backlog in shipping due to high demand [1][2] - Companies like Yangjiang Yuzhong Daily Necessities Co., Ltd. have reported that U.S. clients have signed orders for the second half of the year following the tariff adjustments, indicating a return to normal order levels [2] - The overall sentiment among exporters is optimistic, with expectations of a recovery in order volumes as client inventories are reportedly low [3] Group 2 - There has been a notable increase in inquiries from new clients, and existing orders that were previously paused are beginning to resume, leading to a competitive pricing environment among exporters [4] - The shipping market is experiencing a surge in demand, with the average weekly booking volume for 40HQ containers on the U.S. West Coast exceeding 42,000 TEU, marking a 38% increase compared to the period of tariff hikes [4][6] - Freight rates have risen significantly, with prices for U.S. West Coast routes increasing by over 30% and East Coast routes by over 20%, while express delivery prices have risen by 25% to 35% [4][6] Group 3 - The adjustment in tariffs has positively impacted the shipping index, with the European shipping index futures rising by 32% this week, reaching above 1700 points, the highest in a month [5] - The current market dynamics are creating a "peak shipping" period as companies rush to fulfill orders within a critical 90-day window following the tariff changes [6] - Analysts suggest that if cargo volumes to the U.S. continue to rise, it may alleviate pressure on shipping capacity in the European routes during June to August [6]
出口订单回暖 美线货运爆仓
Guang Zhou Ri Bao·2025-05-14 19:15