The December report shows this index was +23.7% for the year (2021)
In NZD terms:
- +3.1% m/m
- +28% y/y
ANZ comments on global shipping in the report:
- Global shipping costs have fallen, but remain volatile.
- The Baltic Dry Index dropped a further 26% during December, while falls in other shipping price indices were less dramatic.
- Delays at ports and limited airfreight options are expected to keep freight costs elevated throughout 2022.
