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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
Fleet Utilization & Charter CoverageSustained 99.9% utilization and ~83% of remaining 2026 days contracted provide durable cashflow visibility and downside protection. High employment reduces vacancy risk, supports predictable time‑charter revenue and improves ability to plan capex, debt amortization and dividend policies over months.
Liquidity And DeleveragingMaterial cash reserves and a declining long-term debt balance with net LTV ~46% enhance financial flexibility in a cyclical sector. This balance-sheet posture reduces near-term refinancing pressure, supports operational continuity during downturns and underpins capacity for measured M&A or capex over the next 2–6 months.
Fleet Modernization & ESG RecognitionPlanned dual-fuel Kamsarmax deliveries and ESG awards signal strategic investment in lower-carbon tonnage and governance practices. Modernization improves access to charterers focused on sustainability, may reduce fuel/regulatory risk long-term, and strengthens competitive positioning as regulations tighten.
Bears Say
High LeverageDebt materially exceeding equity and historically >1x leverage heightens financial vulnerability in shipping's cyclicality. Elevated leverage restricts flexibility to withstand freight-rate downturns, increases interest/servicing risk and could force asset sales or curtailed dividends under sustained soft markets.
Multi-year Revenue Decline & Margin VolatilityA persistent downward revenue trend alongside volatile margins undermines earnings predictability and long-term free cash flow consistency. Even with recent profit rebounds, structural shrinkage in revenues limits scale benefits and raises sensitivity to even modest rate or utilization setbacks.
Macro/Geopolitical & Unfixed Days ExposureElevated geopolitical disruption, higher bunker and rerouting costs, and ~17% unfixed days create structural earnings exposure. These factors can raise operating costs and leave meaningful revenue tied to spot rates, amplifying downside risk if global trade or commodity flows weaken.

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DSZ FAQ

What was Diana Shipping’s price range in the past 12 months?
Diana Shipping lowest stock price was €1.29 and its highest was €2.42 in the past 12 months.
    What is Diana Shipping’s market cap?
    Diana Shipping’s market cap is €254.83M.
      When is Diana Shipping’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Diana Shipping’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 18, 2026 which is in 97 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 €0.111.
          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 0.05.
              How many shares outstanding does Diana Shipping have?
              Diana Shipping has 123,539,760 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 -1.51%.
                  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?
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                    Diana Shipping Stock Smart Score

                    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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