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Star Bulk Carriers Corp (SBLK)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: SBLK (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
5 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $21.06
1 Year Target Price $21.06
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -0.19% | Avg. Invested days 53 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.13B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.04 | 1Y Target Price 21.06 |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.04 | 1Y Target Price 21.06 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 0.95 | 52 Weeks Range 12.02 - 22.77 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 12.02 - 22.77 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.20% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.98 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-06 | When - | Estimate 0.0562 | Actual 0.11 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 10.98% | Operating Margin (TTM) 8% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.58% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.11% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 19.04 | Forward PE 9.91 | Enterprise Value 3112558923 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.89 |
Enterprise Value 3112558923 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.89 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.75 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.17 | Shares Outstanding 114312000 | Shares Floating 83065161 |
Shares Outstanding 114312000 | Shares Floating 83065161 | ||
Percent Insiders 22.63 | Percent Institutions 32.25 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Star Bulk Carriers Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. was founded in 2006. It has grown through acquisitions and strategic partnerships to become a leading dry bulk shipping company.
Core Business Areas
- Dry Bulk Shipping: Provides seaborne transportation of dry bulk commodities such as iron ore, coal, grain, bauxite, fertilizers and steel products.
Leadership and Structure
Petros Pappas is the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors and operates with a functional organizational structure focused on commercial, technical, and operational aspects of shipping.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Shipping Services: Transportation of dry bulk commodities worldwide. Revenue is dependent on freight rates and cargo volume. Competitors include other dry bulk shipping companies and global economic conditions.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The dry bulk shipping industry is cyclical and highly dependent on global trade and economic growth. Demand is influenced by infrastructure development, industrial production, and commodity prices.
Positioning
Star Bulk is a large dry bulk owner and operator with a modern fleet, positioning it to benefit from economies of scale and operational efficiencies.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
TAM is billions of USD annually, tied to global trade volume. Star Bulk has a single-digit percentage of market share of the entire global dry bulk shipping market
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large fleet size
- Modern vessel fleet
- Strong operational capabilities
- Experienced management team
- Economies of scale
Weaknesses
- Exposure to volatile freight rates
- Dependence on global economic conditions
- Environmental regulations compliance
- Geopolitical Risks
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for dry bulk commodities
- Fleet expansion and modernization
- Strategic acquisitions
- Technological advancements (fuel efficiency)
- Growth in emerging markets
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Oversupply of vessels
- Fluctuations in fuel prices
- Geopolitical instability
- Increasing environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GOGL
- DRYS
- SALT
Competitive Landscape
Star Bulk benefits from its large fleet and scale, but faces competition from other major dry bulk operators and smaller, more specialized players. The key competitive factors are fleet efficiency, operational capabilities, and access to capital.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is closely tied to global trade volumes and freight rates, which fluctuate significantly.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on global economic growth, commodity demand, and the company's ability to manage its fleet effectively.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include fleet renewal programs, strategic partnerships, and focusing on sustainability initiatives to meet environmental regulations.
Summary
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. is a leading dry bulk shipping company with a large, modern fleet and strong operational capabilities. The company's performance is highly sensitive to global economic conditions and freight rate volatility. Its large modern fleet gives them an advantage but it is subject to many external factors. Growth opportunities lie in fleet expansion and strategic acquisitions, while threats include economic downturns and increased regulations.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market data is subject to change and may not be completely accurate.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Star Bulk Carriers Corp
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2006-02-27 | Founder, CEO & Director Mr. Petros Alexandros Pappas | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Marine Shipping | Full time employees 301 | Website https://www.starbulk.com |
Full time employees 301 | Website https://www.starbulk.com | ||
Star Bulk Carriers Corp., a shipping company, engages in the ocean transportation of dry bulk cargoes through the ownership and operation of dry bulk carrier vessels worldwide. Its vessels transport a range of bulk commodities, including iron ores, minerals and grains, bauxite, fertilizers, and steel products. As of December 31, 2024, the company owned a fleet of 151 dry bulk vessels with a combined carrying capacity of 14.6 million deadweight tonnage (dwt) consisting of Newcastlemax, Capesize, Post Panamax, Kamsarmax, Panamax, Ultramax, and Supramax vessels with carrying capacities between 53,489 deadweight tonnage and 209,537 deadweight tonnage. Star Bulk Carriers Corp. was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Marousi, Greece.
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