Dry bulk market surges higher as Panamaxes lead the rally
Freight momentum accelerated across all dry bulk segments during the week that closed on May 15, 2026, with Panamaxes leading a broad-based market rally
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When freight finds its wind: a week of strength across the dry bulk seas
The dry bulk market closed the week ending May 8, 2026, with broad-based gains across vessel segments, as Capes and Kamsarmaxes led a renewed surge in global freight sentiment
Atlantic pulse, Pacific undercurrents: a strategic outlook for Ultramax & Handy tonnage
A strategic snapshot of Ultramax and Handysize markets based on the week ending 24 April 2026, highlighting tightening supply, regional divergence, and emerging opportunities across key global dry bulk basins
Return from the Orthodox Christian Easter holidays with an upward trend
The dry bulk market rebounded strongly after Orthodox Easter, with gains across all vessel sizes, based on data from the week that closed on April 17, 2026
Dry bulk pulse: calm seas, hidden currents – rates shift across oceans
Dry bulk markets remained largely stable in the week ending April 2, 2026, with modest gains across most vessel segments and regional divergences shaping a cautiously balanced global freight environment
Capes rally keeps dry bulk market afloat as BDI edges higher
The dry bulk market moved largely sideways during the week that ended on March 13, 2026, as strong Capesize gains offset declines across smaller vessel segments, allowing the Baltic Dry Index to post a modest increase
Ultramax & Handy market: Riding the waves before they break
A market entering February with quiet strength, based on data from the week ending 30 January 2026, as Ultramax and Handy segments show resilience, disciplined positioning, and measured upside potential across key basins
Dry bulk market finds its footing after a prolonged soft patch
After six weeks of pressure, the dry bulk market shows tangible recovery, based on data from the week ending 23 January 2026, led by Capesize strength and improving sentiment across vessel segments
Dry bulk market extends losses despite mixed segment performance
The dry bulk market extended its losses during the week ending 16 January 2026, with overall declines despite divergent performance across vessel segments and selective rate resilience
Headwinds on the dry bulk horizon: Reading the market’s subtle signals
The dry bulk market softened across all segments during the week that closed on 12 December 2025, with Capesize vessels leading the decline and momentum easing basin-wide