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Diana Shipping (DSX)
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Diana Shipping (DSX) Price & Analysis

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DSX Stock Chart & Stats

$1.80
-$0.02(-1.32%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$1.80
-$0.02(-1.32%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
High Fleet Utilization & Charter CoverageSustained 99.9% utilization combined with ~83% contracted ownership days materially increases near- to medium-term revenue visibility and reduces downside earnings volatility. Durable charter coverage stabilizes cash flow, aids planning for maintenance/drydock cycles, and supports predictable vessel employment through 2026.
Improved Liquidity And DeleveragingLarger cash buffers and modest reduction in long-term debt improve solvency and refinancing flexibility across the cycle. A net LTV ~46% and positive free cash flow generation allow the company to service debt, fund maintenance and newbuild deliveries, and withstand temporary rate weakness without immediate capital stress.
Fleet Modernization & ESG RecognitionInvesting in dual-fuel newbuilds and receiving ESG recognition strengthens commercial competitiveness as charterers increasingly prefer cleaner tonnage. Modernization reduces regulatory and fuel-transition risks, may command premium employment over time, and supports long-term asset value relative to older vessels in the fleet.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageSustained debt above equity limits financial flexibility and raises cyclical vulnerability. Elevated leverage can force asset sales or costly refinancing in downturns, constraining ability to pursue opportunities or absorb rate shocks; low ROE magnifies the impact of any earnings decline on shareholder returns.
Three-year Revenue Contraction And Lower MarginsA multi-year revenue decline and faded net margins indicate weakening earnings power versus prior cycle peaks. This reduces cushion for fixed costs and interest expense, makes cash flow more sensitive to freight-rate swings, and implies longer recovery times if market conditions deteriorate further.
Market Exposure From Unfixed Days And Supply RiskLeaving ~17% of days unfixed exposes earnings to spot-market volatility and downside rate moves. Coupled with geopolitical disruptions and potential midsize fleet growth, this residual market exposure can quickly erode contracted earnings visibility and strain margins if charter rates decline or bunker/route costs rise.

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DSX FAQ

What was Diana Shipping’s price range in the past 12 months?
Diana Shipping lowest stock price was $1.46 and its highest was $2.92 in the past 12 months.
    What is Diana Shipping’s market cap?
    Diana Shipping’s market cap is $253.26M.
      When is Diana Shipping’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Diana Shipping’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 10 days.
        How were Diana Shipping’s earnings last quarter?
        Diana Shipping released its earnings results on May 28, 2026. The company reported $0.237 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.015 by $0.222.
          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 pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.01 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.34%. See more information on Diana Shipping dividends here
              What is Diana Shipping’s EPS estimate?
              Diana Shipping’s EPS estimate is 0.02.
                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 $0.237 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.015. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.993%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Diana Shipping?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DSX
                    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

                      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.

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