Baltic Dry Index edges higher on firm Capesize demand, minor bulks weigh

The Baltic Dry Index rose by 0.6% (13 points) d-o-d to 2,014 on 26 Mar’26, supported by firm Capesize demand on active iron ore shipments, while softer coal and minor bulk activity was recorded in Panamax and Supramax segments.

• Capesize: BCI increased 2% (59 points) to 2,974.
• Panamax: BPI dipped 1.4% (26 points) to 1,770.
• Supramax: BSI down 0.2% (3 points) to 1,205.