# FreightWaves Today | July 8

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Podcast: [FreightCasts](https://stenobird.com/podcast/freightcasts-478950)
Published: 2026-07-08T19:47:00+00:00
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## Resource

Welcome to Freight Racing Day! It’s Wednesday, which means we are diving deep into the massive waves of data shaping the industrial economy. From the newly released Logistics Managers Index (LMI) to record-breaking rail reports, we are breaking down everything you need to know about the current, highly robust state of the freight market. In this episode, we address major industry shifts—including the brutal California regional operating environment that led to the sudden shutdown of Mountain Valley Express. We also dive into the rising complexities of "digital secondary accidents" and how legal engineering is targeting transportation brands online. Finally, we analyze the booming numbers in the raw materials sector and head over to the Middle East for a crucial geopolitical update on the Strait of Hormuz. ⁠Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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