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Sprint for Panamaxes and Capes

In the week ending March 14, the dry bulk cargo market continued its upward trend, with the BDI increasing by 269 points to reach 1,400, driven by gains across all vessel sizes

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The rise of Capes brought an increase in the BDI

The dry bulk cargo market saw an upward trend last week, driven by Capes, which recorded a remarkable 33.23% increase. Conversely, Panamaxes and Ultramaxes experienced declines, while Handies remained positive. The BDI closed at 1,400 credits

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February ends with a strong surge in Capes

The dry bulk cargo market closed February with significant gains, mainly driven by the impressive rise in the Capesize sector. The BDI surged as Capes doubled, while other vessel sizes showed mixed trends

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A glimpse into a dynamic shipping landscape

Analysis and predictions for the Handysize and Ultramax markets for the week starting on 17th February 2025, with an overview of key regions, trends, and developments in the dry bulk sector