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The Association of American Railroads (AAR) highlights significant uncertainty for US railroads in 2025, influenced by economic shifts and potential policy changes. While consumer spending remains strong and intermodal traffic has seen record volumes, challenges persist due to declining coal shipments and broader economic factors, including the impact of fiscal policy and manufacturing sector weakness. As the railroads prepare for the upcoming year, the overall economic outlook remains clouded by potential obstacles that could affect spending growth and rail intermodal activity.
Source: YAHOO