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US business logistics costs hit $2.6tn as AI investment accelerates, says CSCMP report

· Source: logisticsmanager.com

In short

US business logistics costs reached a record $2.6tn in 2024, equivalent to 8.7% of national GDP, driven by increased investment in AI and automation to enhance supply chain performance. The CSCMP report highlights AI's role in freight network optimization and the need for long-term resilience amid rising operational pressures. E-commerce growth and shifting global trade dynamics, including Mexico surpassing China as the USA's largest trading partner, are also key trends.

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