21 August 2026
Rate shocks on services from China add to Indian importers’ woes

Indian importers sourcing goods from Asia continue to grapple with freight rate shocks. Indian manufacturers and retailers traditionally rely heavily on Chinese suppliers, so elevated shipping costs from the Strait of Hormuz supply chain choke point have resulted in a worrisome knock-on impact on their business dynamics. The latest data secured by The Loadstar from market sources points to a sharp month-on-month spike in container booking rates from China to India this ... The post Rate shocks on services from China add to Indian importers’ woes appeared first on The Loadstar .
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