The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index reached 3,681.34 points, extending a three-week recovery. The modest increase reflects continued pressure on available capacity and uncertainty across major sea lanes.
Data published on October 24 showed the Shanghai Containerized Freight Index (SCFI) rising to 3,681.34 points, up 1.76 points, or 0.05%, week on week. It was the third consecutive weekly increase after declines late in the previous month. Although the gain was marginal, the index moved close to recent highs.
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