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How to plan for the port slowdown: What a 35% drop in shipping volume means for you

On May 3, 2025, the Port of Los Angeles announced that it is  bracing for a 35% drop in shipping volume . This stunning revelation, shared live on Bloomberg Surveillance, signals a deeper, potentially longer-term disruption in the global supply chain. And that disruption is coming straight to a store near you. Download our printable shopper checklist  to plan your next few trips. The port’s executive outlined what’s unfolding behind the scenes:  container arrivals are down by a third , amounting to a  loss of roughly 50,000 shipping containers  in just a matter of weeks. That’s not just a logistics concern—it’s a consumer alert. Here’s what it means, what to expect, and how  American shoppers can prepare smartly  before supply shocks hit home. What’s Really Happening A Sharp Decline in Imports The Port of LA is the nation’s busiest hub for incoming goods. A 35% decline in activity affects: Global shipping routes Trucking networks Retail distribution ce...