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Oceanpal Inc (OP)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: OP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -89.6% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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 15.01M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.64 | 52 Weeks Range 0.63 - 3.17 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 0.63 - 3.17 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.64 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -69.5% | Operating Margin (TTM) -54.51% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -8.14% | Return on Equity (TTM) -20.19% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 8042588 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.58 |
Enterprise Value 8042588 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.58 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.31 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA -1.13 | Shares Outstanding 7504980 | Shares Floating 1200347 |
Shares Outstanding 7504980 | Shares Floating 1200347 | ||
Percent Insiders 78.61 | Percent Institutions 0.27 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Oceanpal Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
OceanPal Inc., formerly known as DryShips Inc., spun off its dry bulk fleet into a separate entity. Founded in 2021, it operates as a shipping company focusing on the transportation of dry bulk cargoes.
Core Business Areas
- Dry Bulk Shipping: OceanPal owns and operates a fleet of dry bulk vessels, transporting commodities like iron ore, coal, and grains across global shipping routes.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team includes the CEO, CFO, and a board of directors. The organizational structure is typical of a shipping company, with departments covering operations, finance, and commercial activities.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Dry Bulk Transportation Services: OceanPal provides transportation services for dry bulk commodities. Market share is very small relative to its competitors due to the small fleet size. Competitors include larger dry bulk shipping companies such as Star Bulk Carriers Corp.(SBLK), Eagle Bulk Shipping Inc.(EGLE), and Golden Ocean Group Ltd.(GOGL).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The dry bulk shipping industry is cyclical and influenced by global economic growth, trade patterns, and supply of vessels. Demand for dry bulk commodities is tied to infrastructure development and industrial production, mainly in China and other emerging markets.
Positioning
OceanPal is a smaller player in the dry bulk shipping industry. Its competitive advantage is limited by its fleet size and financial resources.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global dry bulk shipping market is valued at hundreds of billions of USD. OceanPal's small fleet means its TAM is a small portion of the overall market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Experienced management team
- Focus on dry bulk shipping
Weaknesses
- Small fleet size
- High debt levels
- Limited financial flexibility
- Dependence on volatile shipping rates
Opportunities
- Expansion of fleet through acquisitions
- Strategic alliances with other shipping companies
- Increased demand for dry bulk commodities
Threats
- Fluctuations in global economic growth
- Oversupply of vessels in the market
- Increased competition
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SBLK
- EGLE
- GOGL
Competitive Landscape
OceanPal operates in a highly competitive industry. It faces disadvantages due to its small fleet size, financial resources, and limited market presence. Bigger firms have the upper hand.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is limited. OceanPal's growth is restricted due to market instability and small size.
Future Projections: Future growth is uncertain. Analyst estimates are not readily available.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include fleet renewal programs or strategic partnerships.
Summary
OceanPal Inc. faces challenges in the volatile dry bulk shipping market due to its small fleet size and limited financial flexibility. Although it has an experienced management team, the company's high debt levels and dependence on shipping rates make it vulnerable. Opportunities for growth exist through fleet expansion and strategic alliances, but the company must navigate threats such as economic fluctuations and increased competition. OceanPal's future success depends on its ability to manage costs, secure favorable charter rates, and capitalize on market opportunities.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Market research reports
- Financial news outlets
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise.
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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Oceanpal Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-11-30 | CEO - | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Marine Shipping | Full time employees - | Website https://www.oceanpal.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.oceanpal.com | ||
OceanPal Inc. provides ocean-going transportation services worldwide. It owns and operates dry bulk carriers that transport major bulks, such as iron ore, coal, and grains, as well as minor bulks, including steel products, cement, and fertilizers. As of December 31, 2023, the company's fleet consists of three Panamax dry bulk carriers with a total cargo carrying capacity of approximately 223,546 dwt; and one MR2 product tanker vessel with a carrying capacity of 49,999 dwt. OceanPal Inc. was incorporated in 2021 and is based in Athens, Greece.
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