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Diana Shipping Inc. (DSX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: DSX (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $2.9
1 Year Target Price $2.9
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -21.72% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 225.76M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 16.25 | 1Y Target Price 2.9 |
Price to earnings Ratio 16.25 | 1Y Target Price 2.9 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.78 | 52 Weeks Range 1.25 - 2.52 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.25 - 2.52 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.06% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.12 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.36% | Operating Margin (TTM) 19.05% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.72% | Return on Equity (TTM) 4.23% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 16.25 | Forward PE 3.19 | Enterprise Value 660860398 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.01 |
Enterprise Value 660860398 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.01 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.95 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.33 | Shares Outstanding 115775000 | Shares Floating 45703903 |
Shares Outstanding 115775000 | Shares Floating 45703903 | ||
Percent Insiders 41.51 | Percent Institutions 8.73 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Diana Shipping Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
Diana Shipping Inc. was founded in 2005 and is a global provider of shipping transportation services. They transport a range of dry bulk commodities, including iron ore, coal, grain, and other materials worldwide.
Core Business Areas
- Dry Bulk Shipping: Provides dry bulk shipping services, transporting commodities such as iron ore, coal, grain, and other dry bulk materials worldwide through ownership and operation of dry bulk vessels.
Leadership and Structure
Simeon Palios serves as Chairman and CEO. The company is structured with a Board of Directors and an executive management team overseeing vessel operations, commercial activities, and financial management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Dry Bulk Transportation Services: Diana Shipping provides transportation of dry bulk cargoes. Revenue is derived from charter hire rates, determined by prevailing market conditions for dry bulk shipping. Competitors include other dry bulk shipping companies such as Star Bulk Carriers Corp, Eagle Bulk Shipping and Genco Shipping & Trading Limited.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The dry bulk shipping industry is highly cyclical and influenced by global economic conditions, trade flows, and supply/demand dynamics. Increased demand for raw materials drives higher shipping rates, while oversupply of vessels can depress rates.
Positioning
Diana Shipping operates a fleet of primarily Capesize, Panamax, and Ultramax vessels. It focuses on employing its vessels in the spot market and time charter agreements.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global dry bulk shipping market is estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Diana Shipping's TAM is a function of the total dry bulk demand and their fleet capacity. Exact numbers are hard to pin point.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Modern Fleet
- Experienced Management Team
- Strong Relationships with Charterers
- Diversified Fleet Size
Weaknesses
- Exposure to Volatile Shipping Rates
- High Operating Costs
- Dependence on Global Economic Conditions
- Highly Leveraged Balance Sheet
Opportunities
- Increased Global Trade
- Growing Demand for Dry Bulk Commodities
- Scrapping of Older Vessels
- Expansion into New Markets
Threats
- Oversupply of Vessels
- Decreased Global Trade
- Increased Fuel Costs
- Geopolitical Risks
- Environmental Regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SB (Star Bulk Carriers Corp.)
- EGLE (Eagle Bulk Shipping)
- GOGL (Golden Ocean Group Ltd)
Competitive Landscape
Diana Shipping faces intense competition from other dry bulk shipping companies. Competitive advantages include fleet size, operational efficiency, and chartering expertise. Disadvantages may include higher operating costs or less favorable charter agreements compared to some competitors.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been primarily driven by fleet expansion and fluctuating charter rates.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on global economic conditions, trade volumes, and the company's ability to secure profitable charters.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include fleet renewal programs and strategic vessel acquisitions/disposals to optimize the fleet composition.
Summary
Diana Shipping operates in a volatile industry, making its financial performance highly susceptible to global trade and shipping rates. It has a modern fleet and an experienced management team, but faces high operating costs and is highly leveraged. To improve, the company should focus on cost control, diversify revenue streams, and carefully manage its debt obligations. Future growth is heavily dependent on favorable macroeconomic conditions and effective fleet management.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Company Filings
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
- Market Analysis Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share and competitors are estimates based on available data.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Diana Shipping Inc.
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-03-18 | CEO & Director Ms. Semiramis Paliou | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Marine Shipping | Full time employees 981 | Website https://www.dianashippinginc.com |
Full time employees 981 | Website https://www.dianashippinginc.com | ||
Diana Shipping Inc. provides shipping transportation services worldwide. It also engages in the ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk carriers. The company transports a range of dry bulk cargoes, including commodities, such as iron ore, coal, grain, and other materials in shipping routes. As of March 24, 2025, it operated a fleet of 37 dry bulk vessels, including 4 Newcastlemax, 8 Capesize, 4 Post-Panamax, 6 Kamsarmax, 10 Ultramax, and 6 Panamax. The company was formerly known as Diana Shipping Investments Corp. and changed its name to Diana Shipping Inc. in February 2005. Diana Shipping Inc. was incorporated in 1999 and is based in Athens, Greece.
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