Capesize gains despite China’s holidays

Capesize rates saw little gains as Chinese trade participants were away on holidays, leaving the market with thin activities. Despite the muted activities, the Capesize 5 time charter average still managed to rise by $246 day-on-day to $29,641 on Friday. The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) kept its upward momentum to 1,749 points on Jun 26, …