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Diana Shipping (DE:DSZ)
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Diana Shipping (DSZ) Price & Analysis

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DSZ Stock Chart & Stats

€1.97
€0.10(5.45%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€1.97
€0.10(5.45%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improved Profitability And Operating Cash FlowImproved TTM profitability and consistently positive operating cash flow indicate that Diana’s core vessel-chartering operations are currently generating economic value and internal liquidity. This supports routine vessel operations, debt servicing, and continued investment while providing a stronger base for performance over the next several quarters.
Higher-rate Charters Improve Earnings VisibilityThe Astarte’s higher-rate charter demonstrates Diana’s ability to renew employment at materially improved daily earnings and lock in revenue through at least September 2027. Repeated longer-duration fixtures at stronger rates can lift fleet economics, improve cash-flow visibility, and reduce reliance on immediately prevailing spot rates.
Fleet Modernization With Methanol Dual-fuel VesselsPlanned methanol dual-fuel Kamsarmax deliveries provide a tangible fleet-modernization path beyond the existing vessels. More efficient, environmentally focused tonnage may improve charterer appeal and strengthen Diana’s positioning as environmental requirements increasingly influence dry-bulk fleet choices and long-term commercial relationships.
Bears Say
Multi-year Revenue Decline And Earnings CyclicalityThe continuing top-line contraction shows that improved recent earnings have not yet translated into a durable revenue-growth trend. Highly cyclical margins also make results sensitive to dry-bulk market conditions, creating uncertainty around the sustainability of current profitability and limiting confidence in near-term earnings stability.
Meaningful Leverage Increases Financial RiskDebt exceeding equity leaves Diana more exposed to downturns in charter rates and vessel profitability than a less leveraged shipping company. Because returns have varied widely with market conditions, weaker operating periods could reduce financial flexibility and constrain the company’s ability to fund fleet investment or absorb balance-sheet pressure.
Inconsistent Free Cash FlowPositive operating cash flow is offset by uneven free cash flow, including a zero TTM result and a sharply negative period in 2022. This pattern suggests that capital spending, drydocking, or working-capital needs can materially absorb operating funds, reducing cash available for debt reduction, dividends, and fleet expansion.

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DSZ FAQ

What was Diana Shipping’s price range in the past 12 months?
Diana Shipping lowest stock price was €1.33 and its highest was €2.65 in the past 12 months.
    What is Diana Shipping’s market cap?
    Diana Shipping’s market cap is €306.45M.
      When is Diana Shipping’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Diana Shipping’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 18, 2026 which is in 50 days.
        How were Diana Shipping’s earnings last quarter?
        Diana Shipping released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2026. The company reported €0.128 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.017 by €0.11.
          Is Diana Shipping overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Diana Shipping’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Diana Shipping pay dividends?
            Diana Shipping does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Diana Shipping’s EPS estimate?
            Diana Shipping’s EPS estimate is 0.09.
              How many shares outstanding does Diana Shipping have?
              Diana Shipping has 124,413,704 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Diana Shipping’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Diana Shipping reported an EPS of €0.128 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.017. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.517%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Diana Shipping?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:DSZ
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

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                    Company Description

                    Diana Shipping

                    Diana Shipping Inc. specializes in providing maritime transportation solutions. The company is responsible for the global carriage of various dry bulk commodities, such as iron ore, coal, grain, and other loose materials, across shipping routes worldwide. As of April 13, 2022, their operational fleet comprised 35 dry bulk carriers, detailed as 4 Newcastlemax, 12 Capesize, 5 Post-Panamax, 6 Kamsarmax, and 8 Panamax vessels. Formed in 1999, the organization was originally known as Diana Shipping Investments Corp. before officially becoming Diana Shipping Inc. in February 2005. Its primary operational base is located in Athens, Greece.

                    Diana Shipping (DSZ) Earnings & Revenues

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                    DSZ Earnings Call

                    Q2 2026
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                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                    The call highlighted several strong company-level fundamentals — very high fleet utilization (99.9%), improved earnings per share, disciplined multi-year charter coverage (~83% of remaining 2026 days contracted) and a solid liquidity/debt position (cash ~$125M; net LTV ~46%). Strategic initiatives (increased Genco offer with committed financing), ESG recognition and fleet modernization plans add to the positive outlook. Key risks center on macro and geopolitical uncertainty (Middle East conflict impacts, possible commodity policy actions in Guinea/Indonesia), remaining unfixed days (~17%), some higher per‑day operating costs, and execution risk around the Genco transaction. Overall, the positives (operational performance, contracted revenues, improved profitability and liquidity) outweigh the challenges presented, but material external risks remain that could affect forward performance.View all DE:DSZ earnings summaries
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