Demand for raw materials, like iron ore, could lower in the coming years, as a result of a trend towards higher-value products, among leading producers. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “China’s aluminium powerhouse is appro…
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Capesize The Capesize market retained an overall firmer tone through the week, though momentum eased into the close. The BCI 5TC advanced from just under $28,000 at the start of the week, pushing through the $30,000 threshold before easing slightly to …
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China’s product steel exports has been rising with over 25% growth so far in 2025. In a recent weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “steel products are one of the most important dry bulk commodities, accounting for almost 4 percent of all…
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Soybean flows from Argentina to China in 2025 tell a striking turnaround story. Early in the year, shipments (blue line) lagged 2024 levels (grey line), but from April onward, they overtook them and stayed strong through Q3. The April harvest ignited m…
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Global Perspective Global coal demand reached 8.79 billion tons in 2024, marking a new record. According to the IEA’s Coal Mid-Year Update 2025 (July, 2025), consumption is expected to plateau at similar levels in 2025, reflecting a critical shift. In …
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