By Maria Kalamatas | August 8, 2025Shanghai, August 8 — Spot rates for shipping containers from Asia to the U.S. continue to slide, as vessel space outpaces actual cargo demand. Since early June, rates to the U.S. West Coast have dropped by 58%, while East Coast lanes have seen a 46% decline.“The volume isn’t missing — it’s shifting,” says a senior analyst at SeaRoute Metrics. “And not always where carriers expect.”Shipping lines have added extra sailings to Latin America and Europe, redirecting vessels to routes with steadier demand. China’s exports remain strong to regions outside the U.S., easing the blow from weakening North American orders.Carriers Adjust as Tariffs BiteNew U.S. tariff measures have weighed on demand, particularly for electronics and consumer goods. Some exp...