The Baltic Dry Index rose to a near two-and-a-half-year high on Thursday.

```htmlGolden Ten Data Futures reported on May 28 that the Baltic Dry Index (BDI) rose to a two-and-a-half-year high on Thursday, supported by stronger freight rates across all vessel types. The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) increased by 102 points, or 3.3%, to 3226 points compared to the previous trading day, reaching its highest level since December 2023. The Capesize Index (BCI) climbed 245 points, or 4.7%, to 5517 points, also marking its highest level since December 2023. Capesize vessels' average daily earnings grew by $2,224, reaching $46,538. The Panamax Index (BPI) rose by 39 points, or 1.7%, to 2331 points. Panamax vessels' average daily earnings increased by $349 to $20,978. The Supramax Index (BSI) gained 7 points or 0.5%, reporting at 1569 points. The Handysize Index (BHSI) moved up 3 points, reaching 847 points.```