VLCC Market Reprices Hormuz Risk as Escalation Resumes – What initially appeared to be a period of stabilization following the June 17 ceasefire has shifted back toward renewed geopolitical uncertainty.

A Solid First Half for Dry Bulk Shipping – Notwithstanding prevailing market uncertainty, the dry bulk shipping sector achieved an exceptionally strong performance in the first half of the year, characterized by tight global vessel supply that drove average earnings across all asset classes well above historical benchmarks.