The new edition of the BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index, for the second quarter of 2025, which was recently issued by Tampa, Fla.-based, non-asset-based 3PL BlueGrace Logistics, signaled positive momentum for both order volume expectations and revenue expectations, for the second quarter.
BlueGrace describes this report as an important tool for measuring expected expansion or contraction within the logistics sector. It adds that by analyzing revenue forecasts, inventory levels, and order volumes, the index provides industry stakeholders with valuable insights into what to expect in the next quarter and how these trends reflect the freight market.
Data for the BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index is aggregated through a survey of shippers and reflects all freight transportation modes, while correlating growth or shrinkage to the overall industry volume of shipments and the price of products, according to BlueGrace.
Looking at revenue expectations, the report found that 74% of respondents forecasted positive revenue growth, topping the first quarter of 2025 and the fourth quarter of 2024, at 68% and 66%, respectively. And it added that 12% of respondents are neutral, down from 23% in the first quarter, with 14% negative, up from 9% in the first quarter.
The company explained that the Q2 data indicates rising optimism, as evidenced by the positive sentiment number, whereas the decline for neutral sentiment is viewed as a more polarized outlook.
“While order growth sentiment has moderated slightly, revenue per order is increasing, suggesting higher-value shipments and improved margins.”
BlueGrace SVP of Managed Services Jason Lockard said that the 5.9% increase in positive revenue expectations was driven by stronger confidence in order volumes, stabilizing freight rates, and improved efficiency in logistics operations.