Actual
2,694.00
Daily Change
104.00 4.02%
Monthly
-12.25%
Yearly
34.50%
Q4 Forecast
2,775.62
Baltic Exchange Dry Index - Summary

The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk freight index, which tracks rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, jumped by 4% to 2,694 points on Wednesday, halting a two-day losing streak, supported by the larger vessels. The capesize index, which typically transports 150,000-ton cargoes, including iron ore and coal, also snapped a two-day losing streak, soaring by 7.2% to 4,097 points, likely tracking higher iron ore prices. At the same time, the panamax index, which usually carries 60,000 to 70,000 tons of coal or grain, rose by 1.5% to a near one-week high of 1,894 points, after 15 consecutive sessions of declines. Among smaller vessels, the supramax index fell by 0.6% to its lowest since October 13 at 1,835 points.

Baltic Exchange Dry Index - Stats

Baltic Dry rose to 2,694 Index Points on November 4, 2026, up 4.02% from the previous day. Over the past month, Baltic Dry's price has fallen 12.25%, but it is still 34.50% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Historically, Baltic Exchange Dry Index reached an all time high of 11793 in May of 2008. Baltic Exchange Dry Index - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on November 4 of 2026.

Baltic Exchange Dry Index - Forecast

Baltic Dry rose to 2,694 Index Points on November 4, 2026, up 4.02% from the previous day. Over the past month, Baltic Dry's price has fallen 12.25%, but it is still 34.50% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Baltic Exchange Dry Index is expected to trade at 2775.62 points by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 3096.40 in 12 months time.



Price Day Month Year Date
Baltic Dry 2,694.00 104.00 4.02% -12.25% 34.50% Nov/04
CRB Index 515.40 -3.50 -0.67% -2.76% 35.97% Nov/03
Commodity Index 691.75 -29.09 -4.04% -5.05% 24.92% Nov/04
EU Carbon Permits 90.65 0.72 0.80% 8.08% 11.24% Nov/04
Wind Energy Index 23.01 0.67 3.00% 2.27% 11.48% Nov/04
Nuclear Energy Index 32.59 -0.59 -1.78% -18.99% -35.02% Nov/04
Solar Energy Index 45.75 1.99 4.55% 3.98% -12.36% Nov/04


Baltic Exchange Dry Index
The Baltic Dry Index is reported daily by the Baltic Exchange in London. The index provides a benchmark for the price of moving the major raw materials by sea. The index is a composite of three sub-indices that measure different sizes of dry bulk carriers: Capesize, which typically transport iron ore or coal cargoes of about 150,000 tonnes; Panamax, which usually carry coal or grain cargoes of about 60,000 to 70,000 tonnes; and Supramax, with a carrying capacity between 48,000 and 60,000 tonnes. The Baltic Dry Index takes into account 23 different shipping routes carrying coal, iron ore, grains and many other commodities.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
2694.00 2590.00 11793.00 290.00 1985 - 2026 points Daily

News Stream
Baltic Dry Index Rebounds
The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk freight index, which tracks rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, jumped by 4% to 2,694 points on Wednesday, halting a two-day losing streak, supported by the larger vessels. The capesize index, which typically transports 150,000-ton cargoes, including iron ore and coal, also snapped a two-day losing streak, soaring by 7.2% to 4,097 points, likely tracking higher iron ore prices. At the same time, the panamax index, which usually carries 60,000 to 70,000 tons of coal or grain, rose by 1.5% to a near one-week high of 1,894 points, after 15 consecutive sessions of declines. Among smaller vessels, the supramax index fell by 0.6% to its lowest since October 13 at 1,835 points.
2026-11-04
Baltic Dry Index at Over 2-Week Low
The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk freight index, which tracks rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, eased for the second straight session on Tuesday, dropping 2.2% to its lowest since October 19 at 2,590 points. All vessel segments moved lower, with the downturn particularly pronounced among larger vessels. The capesize index, which typically transports 150,000-ton cargoes, including iron ore and coal, was also down for the second day, slipping by 3.6% to a one-week low of 3,821 points, likely tracking lower iron ore prices amid increased supply from major suppliers and sluggish demand for the commodity. At the same time, the panamax index, which usually carries 60,000 to 70,000 tons of coal or grain, fell by 0.4% to its lowest since April 13 at 1,866 points, extending its losing streak to 15 successive sessions. Among smaller vessels, the supramax index decreased by 0.5% to its lowest since October 14 at 1,846 points.
2026-11-03
Baltic Dry Index Slips to Near 1-Week Low
The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk freight index, which tracks rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, snapped its three-day winning streak on Monday, dropping by 2.4% to its lowest since October 27 at 2,648 points. Declines were seen across all vessel segments. The capesize index, which typically transports 150,000-ton cargoes, including iron ore and coal, slipped nearly 4% to 3,963 points, after three consecutive sessions of advances. At the same time, the panamax index, which usually carries 60,000 to 70,000 tons of coal or grain, decreased by 0.8% to its lowest since April 13 at 1,874 points, extending its losing streak to 14 consecutive sessions. Among smaller vessels, the supramax index fell by 0.5% to a fresh low since October 15 at 1,856 points.
2026-11-02