Air Cargo Prices Surge Unexpectedly | Business and Finance News

Air cargo rates are soaring in 2026—up 5-15% instead of the predicted 5-10% drop—thanks to renewed Middle East conflict slashing 12%+ of global capacity, surging 4% demand, and AI-driven spikes in semiconductor shipments. With e-commerce slowing due to new import rules, AI is the unexpected lifeline keeping air freight tight and prices climbing. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9ad50c6fd75f9520