Cargo volumes at U.S. ports are anticipated to remain high over the next three months due to ongoing tariff pressures, with a 10.8% increase expected this month following a 6.1% rise in February. Retailers are importing more goods to mitigate the impact of rising tariffs. Although recent tariff changes primarily affect trade with Canada and Mexico, port volumes are not expected to be directly impacted. A new proposal for fees on Chinese-built ships could further alter import patterns and increase costs for consumers, while a decline in volumes is projected for June and July.

Source: https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/loaded-import-volume-forecast-national-retail-federation-tariffs-trump/742071/