By the end of 2023, the international shipping prices experienced significant fluctuations due to the Red Sea crisis, with the prices on Euro-American routes doubling within just a month. However, the latest data shows that international prices have not gradually fallen but continue to rise, especially on routes from the Far East to South America, with an increase of up to 14%. The shipping sector in the capital market also continues to strengthen, indicating a robust trend in the shipping industry.
In the coming month, eight shipping companies including Evergreen and DHL plan to increase comprehensive rate surcharges, further driving up international shipping prices. This round of price increases is not isolated; several international shipping companies have previously announced price hikes, including COSCO Shipping, Maersk, and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), with some routes seeing increases of up to 70%.
Overall, whether there will be another surge in international shipping prices in the future depends on multiple factors. The rise in sea freight rates may indicate a recovery in global trade, but the driving factors behind it require our attention. The surge in prices on the Persian Gulf-Red Sea route is related to the unstable geopolitical situation in the Middle East, while the rise in the South American route is closely related to the growth in orders from emerging markets.
The fluctuation in shipping prices not only affects the cost of foreign trade but also reflects the level of global trade activity. Although recent data shows a rebound in global trade, geopolitical tensions and international trade barriers may still pose risks to future recovery.
For domestic enterprises, facing the frequent fluctuations in international transportation prices, it is important to adopt flexible strategies. In addition to monitoring freight changes, enterprises should consider transitioning to higher value-added sectors to reduce the impact of profit fluctuations. Increasing the elasticity of profit margins is key for enterprises to enhance their ability to cope with risks.
By the end of 2023, the international shipping prices experienced significant fluctuations due to the Red Sea crisis, with the prices on Euro-American routes doubling within just a month. However, the latest data shows that international prices have not gradually fallen but continue to rise, especially on routes from the Far East to South America, with an increase of up to 14%. The shipping sector in the capital market also continues to strengthen, indicating a robust trend in the shipping industry.
In the coming month, eight shipping companies including Evergreen and DHL plan to increase comprehensive rate surcharges, further driving up international shipping prices. This round of price increases is not isolated; several international shipping companies have previously announced price hikes, including COSCO Shipping, Maersk, and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), with some routes seeing increases of up to 70%.
Overall, whether there will be another surge in international shipping prices in the future depends on multiple factors. The rise in sea freight rates may indicate a recovery in global trade, but the driving factors behind it require our attention. The surge in prices on the Persian Gulf-Red Sea route is related to the unstable geopolitical situation in the Middle East, while the rise in the South American route is closely related to the growth in orders from emerging markets.
The fluctuation in shipping prices not only affects the cost of foreign trade but also reflects the level of global trade activity. Although recent data shows a rebound in global trade, geopolitical tensions and international trade barriers may still pose risks to future recovery.
For domestic enterprises, facing the frequent fluctuations in international transportation prices, it is important to adopt flexible strategies. In addition to monitoring freight changes, enterprises should consider transitioning to higher value-added sectors to reduce the impact of profit fluctuations. Increasing the elasticity of profit margins is key for enterprises to enhance their ability to cope with risks.
