The latest data shows that the Baltic Dry Index (BDI) reached 2018 points on August 1, 2025, a three-day high and up 0.75% month-on-month (from the previous value). This marked the largest increase since July 24, 2025, and the second consecutive day of increases (including zero growth). A comprehensive short-term chart shows that the BDI has shown positive growth six times, negative growth five times, and zero growth zero times in the last 11 data sets. The Panamax Index (BPI) was at 1644 points, down 0.90% from the previous value; the Capesize Index (BCI) was at 3296 points, up 1.76%; and the Supramax Index (BSI) was at 1269 points, up 0.08%. For the latest 720-day and 10-year charts of the Baltic Dry Index and its three sub-segments, please see the dedicated charts.



The Baltic Exchange's main sea freight index, a measure of freight rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, edged higher on Friday but posted its worst week since early June, dragged down by falling rates for all vessel types.

The main index tracking Capesize, Panamax and Supramax freight rates rose 15 points, or 0.75%, to 2,018, but was down more than 10% for the week, its worst performance since June 16.

The capesize index rose 57 points, or 1.8%, to 3,296, but was down nearly 14% for the week.

Average daily earnings for capesize vessels, which typically carry 150,000 tonnes of cargo such as iron ore and coal, rose by $473 to $27,331.

Iron ore futures were little changed on Friday but were still set for a weekly decline.

The Panamax index fell 15 points, or 0.9%, to 1,644, bringing its weekly drop to over 10%, its worst performance since April.

Average daily earnings for Panamax vessels, which typically carry 60,000-70,000 tonnes of coal or grain, fell $131 to $14,798.

Among smaller vessels, the supramax index rose 1 point, or 0.08%, to 1,269, marking its second consecutive week of decline.