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After collapsing 94 percent from its peak in June 2008, the Baltic Dry Index, which measures global daily prices for shipping raw materials, is up 427 percent year-to-date (through June 22). It still ...

The Baltic Exchange dry bulk sea freight index extended its rally to a ninth straight session on Monday, rising 3.6% to 1,691 points for best level since November 18, helped by strong demand for ...

The Baltic Exchange's dry bulk sea freight index, tracking rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, snapped its four-day gaining streak on Thursday, as rates declined across all vessel segments.

The Baltic Exchange's dry bulk sea freight index, which tracks rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, fell for a third consecutive session on Thursday, hurt by weaker rates in the capesize ...

What is the Baltic Dry Index (BDI)? The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) is a key benchmark for tracking global shipping costs, particularly for dry bulk cargo like iron ore, coal, and grain. It reflects the ...

The TC15 80kt Mediterranean/East index dropped by $170,000 to $8.23 million this week with the corresponding TCE dropping to ...