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Pangaea Logistic(PANL)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PANL
09/24/2026: PANL (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Pangaea Logistics Solutions is a specialized marine shipping company that primarily transports dry bulk commodities like grains and coal, with a focus on ice-class navigation. The firm maintains a disciplined operating model that combines vessel chartering with strategic port terminal services, often providing a competitive edge in specialized trade routes. Its primary investment story centers on utilizing market cycles and niche operational expertise to drive shareholder returns. However, the business faces significant risks from global economic volatility, fuel costs, and cyclical downturns in shipping rates. The stock may suit investors seeking exposure to the maritime logistics sector who are comfortable with cyclical earnings and variable dividend policies.
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Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely cyclical and tied to global commodity demand rather than secular expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is conditional on positive trends in dry bulk shipping rates. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock often trades at valuations that reflect cyclical lows, potentially offering value to patient investors. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The company has a history of distributing dividends, though payouts fluctuate with earnings. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Shipping is inherently volatile and sensitive to macro-economic cycles. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Shipping stock prices are highly sensitive to daily fluctuations in freight rates and commodity prices. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuation depends heavily on the point of the economic cycle, making entry timing critical. |
| Competition risk (Commodity Shipping) | Medium / high | Intense competition from larger bulk carriers can compress charter margins. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business model is solid and specialized, but inherently tied to cyclical global trade. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends are variable and dependent on current freight market conditions. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Operational success relies on maintaining aging vessels and managing complex global logistics. |
Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 3% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 538.19M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 11.58 | 1Y Target Price 10.85 |
Price to earnings Ratio 11.58 | 1Y Target Price 10.85 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 432.7K shares | Beta 0.78 | 52 Weeks Range 4.40 - 9.21 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 4.40 - 9.21 | Updated Date 09/24/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.39% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.71 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Chartering Services | Income from leasing vessels to industrial customers for commodity transport. | The company earns money by moving bulk goods like coal and grain around the world. |
| Port Operations | Fees and services related to terminal handling and logistics infrastructure. | The company earns additional revenue from managing the ports where goods are loaded and unloaded. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Valuation
Trailing PE 11.58 | Forward PE 8.39 | Enterprise Value 597.12M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.76 |
Enterprise Value 597.12M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.76 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.84 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.02 | Shares Outstanding 65.47M | Shares Floating 31.16M |
Shares Outstanding 65.47M | Shares Floating 31.16M | ||
Percent Insiders 51.14 | Percent Institutions 43.28 |
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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.
About Pangaea Logistic
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquarters Newport, RI, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-12-19 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Mads Rosenberg Boye Petersen | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Marine Shipping | Full time employees 170 | Website https://www.pangaeals.com |
Full time employees 170 | Website https://www.pangaeals.com | ||
Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, provides seaborne dry bulk logistics and transportation services to industrial customers worldwide. It offers transportation services for various dry bulk cargoes, such as grains, coal, iron ore, pig iron, hot briquetted iron, bauxite, alumina, cement clinker, dolomite, and limestone; and terminal and stevedoring services. The company also provides cargo loading, cargo discharge, port and terminal operations, vessel chartering, voyage planning, and technical vessel management. It owns and operates a fleet of 7 vessels. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Newport, Rhode Island.

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