
Freight Up! Fuel oil, iron ore, steel and other commodity insights from Freight Investor Services
Welcome to "Freight Up!" - the podcast by Freight Investor Services (FIS) that takes you on a journey through the world of global freight and commodity markets.
Join us as we bring together industry experts and desk representatives to explore the fascinating state of the market and dive into the factors shaping its dynamics.
Delve into thought-provoking discussions on topics like freight derivatives, market trends, emerging opportunities, and the broader influences impacting the industry.
Whether you're a shipping professional, a market enthusiast, or simply curious about this incredible industry, this podcast is your gateway to gaining fresh perspectives and deepening your knowledge.
Stay tuned and join us on this exciting voyage through the world of freight and commodities.
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- oil
- steel market
- base metals
- iron ore
- capes
- fuel oil
- ffas
- opec
- cobalt
- electric
Capes Climb and Arb opportunity on Iron Ore Spreads
This latest episode of Freight Up tracks the markets with a strong focus on capesize bulk carriers and the shifting opportunities in iron ore spreads. I’m Jess, and alongside Davide, I’ll be steering you through what’s been a dynamic couple of weeks across freight and commodity markets. This week, ...
Iron ore drops and HSFO cracks at historical highs
Iron ore has seen a sharp drop recently, and high sulphur fuel oil cracks have surged to levels not seen before—two standout moves that framed this episode of Freight Up. Hi I’m Jess, and alongside Davide and the team, we walk you through what’s really driving these changes in dry bulk freight and ...
Tariff suspension provides short term boost to commodity markets
The main story across freight and commodities over the past fortnight has been the headline-making 90-day tariff reduction between the US and China. Hi, I’m Jess, and on this episode of Freight Up, myself and Davide unpack how this policy shift has tempered volatility and delivered a short-term lif...
Global events shaping the commodities markets
Markets this week have been shaped by a volley of global events, each leaving its mark on commodities and freight. We’ve seen flat performances across dry freight indexes, despite slight gains in Capesize and Panamax sectors, and a muted Supramax uptick offset by minor losses in Handys. Oil and equ...
Tariffs, Trade, Trump: A brief history and future of the global economy
This podcast episode delves into the pressing topic of the current state of the freight and commodity markets, particularly in the context of the influence of Donald Trump’s administration. The discussion initiates with an analysis of recent fluctuations in key commodity prices, including significa...
How electric arc furnaces are adding new steel capacity in the US
If you’re looking to gain an understanding of how the steel industry is transforming, then this episode of "Freight Up" is for you.
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This podcast breaks down the complex world of cargo, offering easy-to-digest insights that make you think differently about what's shipped and why. A surprisingly enlightening listen for those curious about the ins and outs of commodities.
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