Baltic index rises to 1-week high on stronger Capesize, Panamax rates

The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk index rose 16 points d-o-d on 8 Oct’25 to 1,963 points. Capesize and Panamax rates rose on improved vessel demand and stronger cargo activity, while Supramax freights fell amid oversupply and limited fixtures.

• Capesize: The BCI rose by 39 points to 2,924.
• Panamax: The BPI increased by 30 points to 1,695.
• Supramax: The BSI inched down by 14 points to 1,411, hitting over 1-month low.