UK Shipbroker Clarkson Sees Result Boost from Hormuz Disruption

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Or sign-in if you have an account.(Bloomberg) — Clarkson Plc expects its full year performance to be “materially ahead of market expectations” after the shipbroker delivered a record first-half performance boosted by “exceptional volatility” caused by the disruption in the Strait of Hormuz.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountShares of the London-listed firm — the world’s biggest shipbroker — jumped as much as 16% in early trading, the biggest intraday jump in records going back to 1989. The stock has risen about 40% in the past 12 months, outperforming the FTSE 100’s 19% gain.Adjusted pretax profit jumped to £61.5 million in the six months ending June 30, up more than 56% from the same period last year, while its revenue rose nearly 40% to £413.5 million over the same period. Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try again“The strength of the first half result has put the group into a strong position for the year,” Chief Executive Officer Andi Case said in a statement on Monday, adding that the Hormuz closure created a “pronounced shock” across global shipping, especially in energy-related markets.The company’s broking division reported its strongest-ever first-half performance, with operating profit of £64.8 million, up from £41.8 million a year earlier. The unit benefits directly when shipping markets become volatile and complex, as clients rely more heavily on brokers to source tonnage, negotiate charters, and manage risk.Clarkson has been a major beneficiary of the Hormuz disruptions, which forced a reconfiguration of global trade flows, increasing voyage distances and tightening vessel availability. Longer-haul routes — for example, Middle East crude being rerouted via the Cape of Good Hope — require more vessels and generate more brokerage transactions. Specialized product markets have seen particularly elevated freight rates.The strategic chokepoint, a vital conduit for global energy flows and other commodities such as fertilizers, has been largely shuttered since the Iran war erupted at the end of February. Ships that continue to transit, often turn off their transponders. Most others either take the northern route close to Iran’s shores with Tehran’s permission, or a southern one close to the Omani coast.Read: Iran Says Hormuz Talks Underway After Trump Calls Off Strikes“This disruption reshaped trade flows, driving an initial surge in freight rates and elevated hedging activity as clients sought to manage price and freight exposure,” Case said in the statement. “A progressive reopening of the Strait in the second half is expected to support restocking activity, and recovering volumes have the potential to provide additional support to shipping markets,” he added.This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.