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CMB.TECH NV(CMBT)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
5-STAR RATING
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BUY for 44 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+25.55%
LAST CLOSE
$19.56
09/15/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CMBT

09/15/2026: CMBT (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 44 days. Simulated Profits (25.55%). Updated daily EoD!

CMB.TECH NV is a forward-thinking maritime company that operates a large fleet of traditional cargo vessels while pioneering the use of hydrogen and ammonia-based propulsion systems. Its main strength lies in this integrated model, which combines reliable shipping cash flows with early-mover status in maritime decarbonization. The primary growth story is its potential to define the industry standard for green shipping, though it faces risks related to market cyclicality and the high cost of scaling new technologies. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to energy transition. Key developments to monitor include the commercial success of its dual-fuel engines and global regulatory shifts in maritime emissions.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe focus on hydrogen propulsion and green shipping technology offers significant long-term growth potential.
Momentum investorMixed fitThis is a conditional fit depending on current shipping freight rate trends and market sentiment toward ESG stocks.
Value investorMixed fitAsset-heavy shipping operations provide some value support, but growth-oriented capital spending complicates valuation.
Dividend investorMixed fitThe company has a history of shareholder payouts, but reinvestment needs for green tech may prioritize growth over yield.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh exposure to cyclical shipping markets and early-stage technology risks makes this unsuitable for conservative investors.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighShipping stocks are inherently sensitive to global commodity demand and freight rate cycles.
Valuation riskMediumValuing a company with both mature shipping assets and nascent R&D projects is complex.
Competition risk (Green Tech)Medium / highThe race to establish dominant green fuel standards is crowded with well-funded competitors.
Business qualityMediumThe transformation into a technology provider is capital-intensive and execution-focused.
Dividend incomeMediumStrategic capital needs may fluctuate, impacting the consistency of future payouts.
Execution riskHighScaling new hydrogen-powered maritime hardware requires long-term technical and commercial success.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 39.08%
Avg. Invested days 49
Today’s Advisory Regular Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

CMBT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

CMBT has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong revenue growth (+77.2%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-81.5%), soft cash generation (FCF margin -37.7%), soft profitability (net margin 9.6%).

Financial Health Rating

CMBT's financial health is supported by solid efficiency, including operating-expense and cost-of-revenue discipline (opex 6.7% of revenue). Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

Revenue growth is CMBT's strongest growth driver at +77.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-81.5%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (+0.7%, moderate) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

Institutional ownership is 17.4% and approximately 38.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 56.57% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Oceanic Investment Management LTD 0.00%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

CMBT generates approximately $289 of gross profit, $222 of operating income, and $-377 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

Effective Tax Rate: -7.61% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

CMBT has a high-quality, relatively low-volatility profile. No single quantitative factor dominates as a drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 5.64B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 6.56
1Y Target Price 20.45
Price to earnings Ratio 6.56
1Y Target Price 20.45
Volume (30-day avg) 1.1M shares
Beta 0.17
52 Weeks Range 8.16 - 19.91
Updated Date 09/15/2026
52 Weeks Range 8.16 - 19.91
Updated Date 09/15/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.12%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.96

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Marine TransportationLeasing and operating tankers and bulk carriers to transport oil and commodities.Steady, cyclical cash flow from moving physical goods around the world.
Clean TechnologyDeveloping, building, and selling dual-fuel engines and hydrogen supply solutions.Future-oriented growth segment aimed at decarbonizing the maritime industry.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-08-27
When Before Market
Estimate 0.8
Actual 1.26

Profitability

Profit Margin 37.15%
Operating Margin (TTM) 43.23%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.29%
Return on Equity (TTM) 29.59%

Valuation

Trailing PE 6.56
Forward PE 16.26
Enterprise Value 10.92B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.49
Enterprise Value 10.92B
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.49
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.82
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.11
Shares Outstanding 290.17M
Shares Floating 111.18M
Shares Outstanding 290.17M
Shares Floating 111.18M
Percent Insiders 56.57
Percent Institutions 17.36

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About CMB.TECH NV

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 2015-01-23
CEO & Member of Management Board Mr. Alexander Saverys
Sector Energy
Industry Oil & Gas Midstream
Full time employees 2752
Full time employees 2752

Cmb.Tech NV engages in marine transportation business in Belgium. It operates through three divisions: Marine, H2 Infra, and H2 Industry. The Marine division designs, builds, owns, and operates various low and zero carbon ships and vessels, such as crew transfer vessels, ferries, commissioning service operations vessels, tugboats, ammonia-powered large bulk carriers, container ships, and chemical and crude oil tankers. The H2 Infra division develops and secures green molecule supplies; and produces and distributes green hydrogen and ammonia. The H2 Industry division provides scalable dual-fuel industrial applications. The company was formerly known as Euronav NV and changed its name to Cmb.Tech NV in October 2024. Cmb.Tech NV was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium. Cmb.Tech NV is a subsidiary of CMB NV.