Baltic Dry Index rose on Thursday

Golden Ten Data Futures, April 30 — According to foreign media reports, the Baltic Dry Index rose on Thursday, driven by increases in Capesize and Panamax vessel rates. The Baltic Dry Index climbed by 16 points, or 0.6%, to 2,686 points compared to the previous trading day. The Capesize vessel rate index increased by 44 points, or 1%, to 4,327 points. Average daily earnings for Capesize vessels rose by $401 to $35,741. The Panamax vessel rate index gained 13 points, or about 0.7%, reaching 1,992 points. Average daily earnings for Panamax vessels rose by $116 to $17,930. The Supramax bulk carrier index decreased by 9 points, or 0.6%, to 1,525 points.