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How do I interpret a Freight Index?

Table Results   
After selecting the indices, the table under 'Date Range' will populate.   
  • Name: The chosen transport route
  • Contract type:  Contract- or spot prices 
  • Select a mode: Chosen freight mode (Air, Sea, Road)
  • Start: The initial value of the index at the chosen starting point   
  • End: The final value of the index at the chosen end point   
  • Average: The average value over the selected period   
  • Change: The absolute difference in value between the start and end points   
  • Change in %: The percentage difference between the start and end points   

These values are also displayed in a line graph, clearly showing the developments of the 
selected indices. 

Graph Results   
After selecting the indices, the line graph below the table will populate.   
  • Y-axis: displays the index value expressed as a percentage   
  • X-axis: shows the time period between your chosen start and end points   

When the cursor moves over a specific point on the line graph, the value of the selected index or indices for that time period is displayed.