The BDI index fell 13 points to 1090

On December 24, 2019, the BDI index reported 1090 points, down 13 points, or 1.18%, compared with the previous trading day, and has fallen for 15 consecutive trading days. The index measures the cost of transporting resources such as iron ore, cement, grain, coal and fertilizer. The Baltic Capesize Index (BCI) fell 4 points, or 0.2%, to 1950. Average daily profit fell 29 yuan to $14337. The normal carrying capacity of this type of ship is 150000 tons. The Baltic Panamax index fell 37 points, or 3.21 percent, to 1117. Average daily profit fell $305 to $8923. The normal carrying capacity of this type of ship is 6-7 tons. Among smaller vessels, the BSI fell 10 points, or 1.37%, to 718. Average daily profit fell $103 to $8295. The BHSI fell 7 points, or 1.42%, to 487. Average daily profit fell $108 to $7060.