Freight markets turned sharply cautious in the week that closed on 27 February 2026, as escalating tensions and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz forced a reassessment of risk, routing and pricing across global dry bulk trades
The dry bulk market recorded mixed performance during the week that ended on February 20, 2026, as Chinese New Year celebrations muted activity and led to moderate rate fluctuations across vessel segments
Global Ultramax and Handysize markets navigated mixed momentum during the week ending February 20, 2026, as regional corrections, seasonal slowdowns, and shifting tonnage balances shaped freight rate direction across key Atlantic and Pacific basins
Based on data from the week ending 6 February 2026, Ultramax & Handysize markets at a turning point are analysed through metis kai isorropia, highlighting timing, balance, and strategic intelligence amid shifting global dynamics
The dry bulk market corrected sharply after a three-week rally, led by Capesize losses, according to data from the week that closed on 6 February 2026
Weekly Ultramax and Handysize market analysis, with forecasts based on data from the week ending 23 January 2026, capturing shifting regional dynamics, tonnage positioning, and short-term strategic implications
As 2026 begins, Ultramax and Handysize markets stabilise amid uneven fundamentals, with these projections based on market data and fixtures from the week ending 9 January 2026
Dry bulk freight markets started the year under sustained pressure, with earnings sliding across all vessel classes, based on data from the week that closed on January 9, 2026, highlighting fragile sentiment and muted demand
Geopolitical shocks register at sea before headlines appear, reshaping freight markets, risk pricing, and leadership priorities as shipping navigates an era of systemic uncertainty and anticipatory decision-making
Drawing on market activity from the week ending 19 December 2025, this report examines the seasonal slowdown across Ultramax, Supramax and Handysize segments as year-end calm replaces late-Q4 momentum