Outbound Tender Volume is at 27.4, compared to 32.4 for Inbound Tender Volume, resulting in a -5.0 Head Haul Index. This negative differential indicates that inbound freight volume exceeds outbound demand, potentially leaving more equipment available for shipments departing Pendleton. That balance may help moderate upward pressure on spot rates and provide shippers with additional capacity options. However, inbound equipment may not align with the lanes, schedules, or equipment requirements of outbound shipments.

The Outbound Tender Reject Index (OTRI) is currently at 40.95, indicating exceptionally elevated carrier rejection activity. An OTRI near 41 suggests that carriers are rejecting roughly four out of every ten contracted outbound tenders, potentially pushing some freight into the spot market. This level of rejection is particularly notable given the negative Head Haul Index. It suggests that, despite the overall inbound surplus, contracted capacity remains difficult to secure for some outbound shipments.

Overall, Pendleton is showing a substantial week-over-week improvement in its Fit Score, but the underlying indicators do not point to uniform capacity tightening. Inbound volume exceeds outbound volume, while carrier rejections remain exceptionally high. Shippers may find equipment available in the market yet still face higher costs or service challenges on specific lanes. The next signal to watch is whether rejection activity eases as inbound equipment becomes available, or whether persistent outbound capacity constraints continue alongside the stronger Fit Score.