Dry Bulk Weekly – May 23, 2010
Baltic dry index fell 2.2% last week, this time on the back of 10.1% Capesize Index loss. Panamax, Supramax and Handysize Index all recorded gains and outperformed the broader index.
We had weaker spot iron ore prices, weaker China steel prices and higher iron ore and thermal coal stockpiles. Capesize activity decreased in the recent couple of weeks.
If these trends continue, a lot of questions on the global capital markets and global economy could be answered.
Chart 1. Baltic Dry Indexes Relative Performance
Source: Bloomberg
Chart 2. Baltic Dry Index
Source: Bloomberg
Chart 3. Baltic Dry Index Components
Source: Bloomberg