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Navios Maritime Partners LP Unit(NMM)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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- 1Y
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- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NMM
11/13/2026: NMM (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Navios Maritime Partners LP is a diversified maritime shipping company that operates fleets of dry bulkers, containerships, and tankers. Its primary strength lies in this fleet diversity, which provides some protection against the cyclical volatility inherent in any single segment of the global shipping industry. The main investment opportunity centers on its ability to generate cash flow from a large asset base and benefit from global trade recovery. Key risks include its high debt levels, the commoditized nature of shipping services, and susceptibility to geopolitical trade disruptions. The stock may best suit investors comfortable with high volatility and industry-specific cycles, with developments in global freight rates remaining the most important metric to monitor.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company pursues growth through asset acquisition rather than organic technological innovation. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock can experience significant price momentum during shipping super-cycles when charter rates spike. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Often trades at a discount to Net Asset Value (NAV) which can attract value-oriented investors. |
| Dividend investor | Mixed fit | Distributions are variable and subject to the highly cyclical nature of the shipping industry. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The high volatility and cyclical nature of shipping make it unsuitable for risk-averse investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Shipping stocks are notoriously volatile, reacting sharply to changes in commodity prices and trade volumes. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market pricing relative to NAV can fluctuate wildly based on market sentiment. |
| Competition risk (shipping market competition) | High | The company faces intense competition from global players with newer or larger fleets. |
| Business quality | Medium | While the fleet is large, the commoditized nature of shipping limits competitive moats. |
| Dividend income | Medium / high | Income is not guaranteed and depends heavily on the prevailing shipping rate environment. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on management's ability to time vessel acquisitions and re-charter at profitable rates. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.57B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 5.8 | 1Y Target Price 110.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio 5.8 | 1Y Target Price 110.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 176.3K shares | Beta 1.12 | 52 Weeks Range 49.61 - 96.93 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 49.61 - 96.93 | Updated Date 11/13/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.27% | Basic EPS (TTM) 15.29 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Industrials
Constructive- Sentiment
- Bullish
- Momentum
- BUY Breadth Improving
- BUY participation
- 39.5%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 30 / 76
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- +12
- Market state
- Bullish
More qualifying stocks are receiving or maintaining BUY advisories, indicating improving market participation.
Industry
Marine Shipping
- BUY participation
- 0.0%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 0 / 6
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -5
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior

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

Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 184.31% | Avg. Invested days 62 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Bulk Shipping | Chartering Capesize and Panamax vessels for iron ore and coal transport. | Revenue depends on global demand for raw materials and industrial production. |
| Container Shipping | Chartering containerships to major global logistics liners. | Revenue tracks global consumer demand and finished goods trade. |
| Tanker Shipping | Transporting crude oil, petroleum products, and chemicals. | Revenue is influenced by global energy demand and oil refinery output. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-11-04 | When Before Market | Estimate 4.32 | Actual 5.66 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 36.89% | Operating Margin (TTM) 38.03% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.03% | Return on Equity (TTM) 16.49% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 5.8 | Forward PE 8.56 | Enterprise Value 3.75B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.64 |
Enterprise Value 3.75B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.64 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.51 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.07 | Shares Outstanding 28.30M | Shares Floating 14.53M |
Shares Outstanding 28.30M | Shares Floating 14.53M | ||
Percent Insiders 31.39 | Percent Institutions 36.82 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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