Brokers believe VLCC rates have further to fall as charterers test owners' nerve with low offers.

Overall VLCC spot earnings slipped to $24,700 per day on Wednesday, down 14% from Tuesday, Clarksons Platou Securities said.

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The benchmark Middle East Gulf to Asia is generating only $18,900 per day, the Clarksons subsidiary added.