The freight rates for Capesize carriers and small dry bulkers remained upward trend, driving BDI increasing to 513 points with an increase of 2 points (0.39%) on Feb.20, the first increase since February,10.

BCI gained 3 points to 542 points. The average daily earnings increased $1 to $5,334.

BSI increased 7 points to 490 points. BHSI increased 3 points to 270 points.

BPI dropped 2 points (-0.39%) 514 points. The average daily earnings decreased $17 to $4,110.