Economou Deserving Of Some Criticism
June 16, 2009
CEO pilloried | www.tradewinds.no
While not the epitomy of evil that Jim Kramer describes, George Economou has lost his way somewhat.
Jinhui Shipping's Gloomy Outlook
June 4, 2009
Dry reality check | www.tradewinds.no
Jinhui Shipping (Oslo:JIN.OL) reported disappointing numbers coupled with a gloomy outlook on the near-term market, despite the recent recovery in dry bulk rates. I agree with their market forecast, but Jinhui's near-term prospects have more to do with capacity.
Demand Improvement Won't Help Dry Bulk
May 26, 2009
Bulker boomerang | www.tradewinds.no
Some iron ore contract renewals in Japan, impressive 1Q Chinese iron ore imports, and expectations of the impacts of stimulus packages have vastly improved market sentiment for a continued improvement in dry bulk shipping rates. This is "irrational exuberance."
Drewry's Outlook For Dry Bulk Overly Pessimistic
May 21, 2009
Dry looks dreary | www.tradewinds.no
Tradewinds reports on Drewry's latest forecast for dry bulk to remain depressed through 2014. This is a very unlikely scenario.
May 7, 2009
Unparalleled drop | www.tradewinds.no
Matson Navigation parent, Alexander & Baldwin (Nasdaq:ALEX), reported that the company posted a $500k operating loss in the first quarter, compared with a $15.9m profit a year ago.
2009 A Terrible Year For Container Shipping
May 5, 2009
Barge Rates Float Upward | www.americanshipper.com
AXS-Alphaliner, as reported in American Shipper, forecasts the top 20 container shipping firms will lose $4b in the first quarter alone.
47% Decline In Ship Orders Actually Good News
April 29, 2009
Orders Collapse | www.tradewinds.no
The JSEA reported 2008 export orders were down 47% relative to 2007. Given the state of the market, this is actually good news.
Tanker Shipping - The Sky Is Falling
April 24, 2009
Tanker ratings hit | www.tradewinds.no
Apparently suprised by the imbalance between supply and demand, Cantor Fitzgerald downgraded most US-listed tanker stocks.
High Quality Service Premium Very Small In Today's Market
April 24, 2009
Box Imports Fall Below 1 Million - Journal of Commerce | www.joc.com
Container shipping rates are low - for everyone
April 21, 2009
ATM completed | www.tradewinds.no
The injection of $500M in equity appears to have quelled the market's fear of default, but the near-term prospects for DRYS are mixed.
Toyota's California Plant Exit Makes Sense
September 17, 2009
It's Possible Berkshire Hathaway Could Help Kraft Acquire Cadbury
September 10, 2009
California's Impact on the Las Vegas Strip, City Center & the port of LA
September 8, 2009
Toyota Will Feel The Heat Of California Lawmakers In NUMMI Plant Closing
September 1, 2009
US Hotel Industry Recession Enters New Rate Erosion Phase
September 1, 2009