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Muted Truck Transportation Job Growth Signals Persistent Capacity Constraints for Shippers
U.S. truck transportation employment in June 2026 totaled 1,466,600 jobs, just 1,000 higher than January, with monthly declines in four of the last five months. Analysts cite regulatory pressure, high operating costs, and a fragile consumer economy as factors, warning that continued rate increases may be needed to attract drivers. Meanwhile, warehouse jobs grew by 18,100 over three months but remain below year-ago levels, and rail employment continues to lag.
Jul 2, 2026 1 source