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As back-to-school, holiday orders begin, this is what may be the new ‘normal’ in peak retail trade season

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​[[“value”:”Peak retail trade season for back-to-school and holiday shopping begins in July and there’s hope for an uptick from 2022, but some shipping CEOs are doubtful.”]] 

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