Transportation & Logistics Market Intelligence
Q4 2025 Industry Report
Autonomous technology, regulatory changes, and trade disruptions reshaping freight and logistics networks
Transportation and logistics companies navigated a challenging Q4 2025 marked by soft freight demand, persistent cost pressure, and heightened trade uncertainty.
While technology investment improved efficiency and network visibility, margin pressure and constrained capital spending shaped strategic priorities. This report explores how market conditions are influencing valuation, deal activity, and operational decision-making across the sector.
What's Inside the Q4 2025 Transportation & Logistics Industry Report
Market Trends & Operations
- Soft freight demand continuing to pressure rates and utilization
- How carriers are prioritizing efficiency and network optimization
Financial Performance & Valuation Insights
- Late-quarter performance improvement still trailing broader markets
- Why elevated labor, fuel, and maintenance costs remain a headwind
M&A Activity & Transactions
- Transaction activity focused on technology-enabled and specialized assets
- What strategic acquirers are seeking in a volatile operating environment
Regulatory, Trade & Cost Environment
- Trade uncertainty and fuel volatility increasing operational risk
- How tighter credit conditions are limiting fleet investment and expansion
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Houlihan Capital has provided specialized valuation and investment banking services to transportation and logistics companies for over 25 years. Our team understands the unique operational challenges, regulatory requirements, and financial metrics that drive success in freight, shipping, and logistics markets.
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