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There was increased activity and improved sentiment across multiple tanker segments as the week went on.

Posidonia 2026 coincided with strong tanker market sentiment with VLCC earnings averaging USD 102,813/day so far this year. Newbuilding prices remain stable amid geopolitical uncertainties, suggesting a positive outlook for ongoing transactions.

Capesize rates fell to USD 45,707 amid weak demand post-Posidonia, while Panamax continued to decline to USD 20,121 under pressure from excess tonnage, highlighting cautious market sentiment across the dry bulk sector.
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