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Mexico tops US trade rankings in June as Laredo handles $36.5B in freight
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· August 12, 2026
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Key takeaway The total value of freight handled in Laredo during this period was $36.
In June, Mexico was the top US trade partner. Laredo played a significant role in this ranking, handling a substantial amount of freight. 5 billion.
This information is reported by FreightWaves, which provides details on trade rankings and freight handling. For more information on this topic, readers can refer to the source, FreightWaves, which may offer additional insights and details on the trade rankings and Laredo's role in handling freight.
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Published: August 12, 2026 ·
Source: FreightWaves ·
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What is this story about? In June, Mexico was the top US trade partner. Laredo played a significant role in this ranking, handling a substantial amount of freight. The total value of freight handled in Laredo during this…
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