It’s an age-old joke that has brought resentment from horses and word play aficionados alike, but to a certain extent it’s useful in expressing what has been going on in a couple of markets. Carbon emissions and steel walk into a bar. The barman looks …
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Strong demand for iron ore during 2021 has contributed significantly to the rise of the dry bulk market freight rates. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “2021 so far has proved very robust in terms of iron ore trade. Tota…
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We expect dry bulk market demand and supply balance will be stable in the coming years. However, our data-driven forecasting models predict freight rates will face correction and decline by 30% in the coming quarters as vaccines become more widely avai…
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When it comes to commodities, risk is always as big as the planet.” That statement from insurance broker and risk advisor Marsh in its recent Risk Outlook speaks to the many and varied risks that global commodities face today, risks that shipping inher…
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Activity in the newbuilding and S&P markets has been rather dull during the past week, as the summer lull is gradually coming to an end. Additionally, asset valuations have increased considerably over the course of the past few weeks, with the mark…
Ship Owners Take a Break from More Investment Read More »