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​ArcBest Corporation (NASDAQ:ARCB) is one of the Hot Growth Stocks to Invest in Right Now. On March 16, Truist Securities released a research note highlighting that freight market indicators improved from February to early March 2026. The improvement was driven by reduced truckload capacity and stabilizing manufacturing. The firm has a Buy rating on ArcBest Corporation (NASDAQ:ARCB) with a price target of $95.

​As per Truist, Tender Rejection Rates averaged around 13.9% in February, up from 13.1% in January 2026. The rates reached 14.3% by March 15, compared to 5.3% in February 2025 and 5.9% in March 2025. The firm noted that this signals much tighter truckload capacity. In addition, the Load-to-Truck Ratios rose from 8.23 in January to 9.13 in February, reflecting stronger demand relative to available trucks.

​Moreover, the National Spot rates also improved to $2.41 per mile in February from $2.32 per mile in January, averaging $2.43 per mile through March 15. This marks a sharp rise from $2.03 in February 2025 and $1.99 in March 2025. Truist noted that these trends suggest a rebound in the freight sector, with higher rates potentially supporting trucking firms’ margins.

​ArcBest Corporation (NASDAQ:ARCB) is an integrated logistics company that provides freight transportation and supply‑chain solutions across the US, Canada, and Mexico.

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