Port volumes are a key indicator of cargo flow and broader cargo demand trends. Here is a snapshot of national port volume activity trends in September where we see continued reset at West Coast ports.
| South Carolina Ports | Container volumes fell 12% YoY in September, down 15% from September 2019. |
| Port of Virginia | Container volumes fell 13% YoY in September, up 12% from September 2019. |
| Port Houston | Container volumes fell 8% YoY in September, up 29% from September 2019. |
| Port of Los Angeles | Container volumes increased 5% YoY in September, down 3% from September 2019. |
| The Port of Long Beach | Container volumes increased 12% YoY in September, up 17% from September 2019. |
| Seattle and Tacoma Ports | Container volumes increased 22% YoY in September, down 6% from September 2019. |