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Bulk carrier ship sailing at sea, photographed from above, transporting dry cargo containers with visible deck cranes and calm waters

Marginal rise for the dry cargo market

During the week ending Friday, September 19, the dry bulk cargo market recorded marginal rises overall, led by double-digit gains in Capes, while other vessel segments showed mixed and subdued movements

181k DWT, 2016-built Capesize bulk carrier Mount Bolivar sailing at sea, representing dry bulk market performance and freight dynamics

The dry bulk cargo market entered autumn with vigor

During the week ending September 5, the dry bulk market showed contrasting dynamics, as Capes lost ground while Kamsarmaxes, Ultramaxes, and Handies enjoyed double-digit growth compared to early August

The Supramax Kumpula, symbolizing steady yet shifting dynamics in the global dry bulk market

Dry bulk market steady with subtle shifts

This dry bulk cargo market report for the week ending August 8, 2025, outlines minimal vessel size changes, moderate BDI growth, and regional rate trends across major shipping routes in both Atlantic and Pacific markets

A large purple dry bulk carrier named "Persistence Diva" sailing at sea, viewed from an aerial perspective

BDI is in a summer mood

The dry bulk cargo market recorded significant losses across all vessel sizes during the week ending Friday, August 1, with Capes and Panamaxes facing double-digit declines and overall activity slowing globally

Aerial view of the Capesize bulk carrier Mount Bolivar sailing through open ocean waters, with vibrant red deck and helipad visible

BDI breaks higher as Capes lead the charge

The dry bulk market surged on Friday, July 25, led by Capes with a nearly 25% rise, pushing the BDI up by 205 points, while smaller vessel categories showed mixed performance

A large Capesize bulk carrier named EFROSSINI sailing at sea under clear skies, photographed from an aerial perspective

Impressive rise for Capes

The dry bulk cargo market surged last week, with Capes posting a remarkable 46.56% rise in profitability. All vessel sizes recorded gains, reflecting heightened demand and strong activity in major shipping routes

Kamsarmax dry bulk vessel at sea, reflecting rising market conditions and strong performance in global freight rates

Rally for Kamsarmaxes, followed by large sizes 

During the week ending Friday, July 11, the dry bulk cargo market surged across all vessel sizes, with Kamsarmaxes leading gains, followed by Capes, Ultramaxes, and Handies