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HTCO Revenue Surges 38.3% to $137.5 Million in First Half Fiscal 2026, Driven by Expanded Operations and Favorable Dry Bulk Market Conditions

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  • High-Trend International Group (NASDAQ: HTCO) reported a 38.3% surge in total revenue to $137.5 million for the six months ended April 30, 2026, compared to $99.4 million in the prior-year period.
  • Ocean freight revenue reached $136.9 million, an increase of $37.9 million, while vessel services & other revenue grew to $0.5 million.
  • Total voyage days increased by 1,278 to 4,698 days, with an average charge per day of approximately $29,149.
  • The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) reached 2,686 points as of April 30, 2026, driven by robust demand for coal & iron ore on routes including Australia to China.
  • The Company strategically expanded into high-margin lithium resources transportation, focusing on key minerals like spodumene to diversify beyond cyclical spot markets.
  • Chairman Christopher Nixon Cox stated that expanded coal routes & the new lithium segment provide earnings visibility & support future growth.
  • HTCO plans to deepen its presence in lithium resources & secure long-term transportation partnerships subject to market feasibility.