Baltic dry index rallies across segments on recovering vessel demand

The Baltic Dry Index gained 4.8% (79 points) d-o-d to reach 1,729 on 20 Jan'26. Improving sentiment in the dry bulk market is being supported by firmer cargo demand, improved vessel utilisation, and renewed momentum across segments.

• Capesize: BCI increased 7% (167 points) to 2,570.
• Panamax: BPI rose by 3.2% (49 points) to 1,570.
• Supramax: BSI rose 1.3% (13 points) to 983.