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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

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The dry bulk cargo market continues to decline

The dry bulk market saw declines last week, with Capes dropping 17.71%. Smaller vessel sizes also faced losses, as oversupply and subdued demand shaped the market outlook

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Handy & Supramax market report and forecast

Oversupply and subdued demand impact the Handysize market, while Supramax shows mixed activity across regions. Predictions vary as year-end approaches

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Dry bulk market mixed as Capes surge

The dry bulk cargo market extended its positive trend, with Capes gaining 14.05%. However, Panamaxes saw declines, particularly in the Atlantic, while Ultramaxes and Handies closed the week in positive territory

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Marginal losses in the dry bulk cargo market

Dry bulk cargo market sees marginal losses as all vessel sizes record single-digit declines. Capes drop 2.3%, Supramaxes fall 5.63%, and Handies decrease by 0.33%, pushing BDI down to 1797 points