Panamax bulkers poised to benefit as China weighs soyabean imports from the Americas
- China weighs an additional 8m tonnes of US soyabean imports for the current season, supporting near-term outlook
- Most shipments likely to continue forgoing the Panama Canal and the Suez Canal, driving tonne-miles higher
- Argentinian imports to be crowded out by higher Brazilian and US imports
Cost will be key in determining whether China will follow through on Xi’s commitment to raise US soyabean imports
