Baltic Dry Index climbs to 2714 up 2 points

The Baltic Dry Index (BDI), a key indicator of global shipping rates, climbed to 2714 points on Friday, October 30, 2026, up by 2 points. The BDI, compiled by the London-based Baltic Exchange, covers prices for transported cargo such as coal, grain, and iron ore. The index has seen significant fluctuations in recent months, with the latest increase indicating potential growth in global trade.