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NASDAQ:SBLK

Star Bulk Carriers - SBLK Stock Forecast, Price & News

$20.89
+0.58 (+2.86%)
(As of 03/21/2023 12:00 AM ET)
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Today's Range
$20.70
$21.16
50-Day Range
$20.31
$24.58
52-Week Range
$16.85
$33.99
Volume
983,409 shs
Average Volume
1.60 million shs
Market Capitalization
$2.15 billion
P/E Ratio
3.78
Dividend Yield
11.49%
Price Target
$30.33

Star Bulk Carriers MarketRank™ Forecast

Analyst Rating
Buy
3.00 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
45.2% Upside
$30.33 Price Target
Short Interest
Bearish
6.81% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
0.17mentions of Star Bulk Carriers in the last 14 days
Based on 4 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
33.33%
From $3.00 to $4.00 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

MarketRank is calculated as an average of available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

2.74 out of 5 stars

Transportation Sector

23rd out of 122 stocks

Deep Sea Foreign Transportation Of Freight Industry

7th out of 29 stocks


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About Star Bulk Carriers (NASDAQ:SBLK) Stock

Star Bulk Carriers Corp. is one of the world's largest bulk goods shippers. The company is ranked 4th by the number of ships but 2nd by deadweight tonnage, which stands at over 14 million. Bulk carriers transport unpackaged goods, such as commodities and raw materials, which are classified into two categories; major bulk and minor bulk.

Star Bulk Carriers Corp. was incorporated in 2006 in the Marshall Islands but maintains operational headquarters in Marousi, Greece. The company’s primary business is the oceanic transportation of dry bulk cargoes globally, although it does offer other services including vessel management. The company’s goal is to be a high-quality, sustainable and efficient operator that can produce long-term growth for investors. Growth will come via expansion and acquisitions as they present themselves.

Star Bulk Carriers Corp is a diversified dry bulk shipper as well. The fleet comprises 128 vessels ranging from the Supramax to Newcastlemax class, the largest shipping vessel in service. The bulk of the vessels are Kamsarmax class (there are 41 as of December 2022), while the remainder is mostly Newcastlemax, Capesize, Ultramax and Supramax. The size and scope of the fleet allow it to operate in all shipping markets where and as needed.

The company transports a wide range of major and minor bulks. Major bulks include iron, grains, sand and gravel, while the minor bulks include fertilizer, steel and cement.  The company’s fleet has an average age of 10 years (in 2022) which is young for a large shipping fleet. It transports more than 60 million tonnes of goods annually and is systemically important to the global supply chain. The charter schedule is set up in a way that allows maximum flexibility. Some vessels are reserved for longer-term charters that guarantee steady revenue while the rest are reserved for shorter-term and opportunistic charters.

Star Bulk Carriers Corp manages the bulk of its fleet through two subsidiaries, Star Bulk SA and Star Bulk Cyprus. This strategy allows the company to manage its fleet efficiently, including taking advantage of synergies and the benefits of scale. The company uses technology to its advantage. It invests in the latest ship technology and the tools to manage and maintain its fleet and maximize operational efficiency.

The company aims to maintain a healthy balance sheet through the ups and downs of the shipping cycle and only carries moderate amounts of debt. The company initiated a dividend policy in 2021 that allows it to pay dividends 4 times per year. The policy states “the Board may declare a dividend in each of February, May, August and November in an amount equal to (a) Star Bulk’s Total Cash Balance minus (b) the product of (i) the Minimum Cash Balance per Vessel and (ii) the Number of Vessels.” The company’s revenue approached $6 billion annually in 2022.

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SBLK Stock News Headlines

Star Bulk Carriers: Brace For More Pain
My No. 1 dividend stock for a LIFETIME of income.
Few people realize this… But dividends account for up to 90% of the stock market's returns over the past century!  I think it's a crying shame folks don't know how powerful dividends are.
Star Bulk Carriers: Dividend Insights
My No. 1 dividend stock for a LIFETIME of income.
Few people realize this… But dividends account for up to 90% of the stock market's returns over the past century!  I think it's a crying shame folks don't know how powerful dividends are.
Jefferies Keeps Their Buy Rating on Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK)
Star Bulk Carriers declares $0.60 dividend
Star Bulk Carriers: Destruction Already Over
15 Most Valuable Greek Companies In The World
Stifel Nicolaus Keeps Their Buy Rating on Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK)
Star Bulk Carriers: China Is A Game Changer
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SBLK Company Calendar

Last Earnings
11/16/2021
Ex-Dividend for 3/14 Dividend
2/27/2023
Dividend Payable
3/14/2023
Today
3/22/2023
Next Earnings (Estimated)
5/23/2023
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2023

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Deep sea foreign transportation of freight
Sub-Industry
N/A
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:SBLK
Employees
181
Year Founded
N/A

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Forecast
$30.33
High Stock Price Forecast
$33.00
Low Stock Price Forecast
$26.00
Forecasted Upside/Downside
+45.2%
Consensus Rating
Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
3.00
Research Coverage
2 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$566 million
Pretax Margin
39.39%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$1.44 billion
Cash Flow
$7.71 per share
Book Value
$19.63 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
N/A
Market Cap
$2.15 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
1.09

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Key Executives

  • Petros Alexandros Pappas
    Chief Executive Officer & Director
  • Hamish Norton
    President
  • Nicos Rescos
    Chief Operating Officer
  • Simos Georgios Spyrou
    Co-Chief Financial Officer
  • Christos Begleris
    Co-Chief Financial Officer













SBLK Stock - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Star Bulk Carriers stock right now?

2 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Star Bulk Carriers in the last year. There are currently 2 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" SBLK shares.
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What is Star Bulk Carriers' stock price forecast for 2023?

2 brokers have issued 12 month target prices for Star Bulk Carriers' stock. Their SBLK share price forecasts range from $26.00 to $33.00. On average, they anticipate the company's stock price to reach $30.33 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 45.2% from the stock's current price.
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How have SBLK shares performed in 2023?

Star Bulk Carriers' stock was trading at $19.23 at the beginning of the year. Since then, SBLK stock has increased by 8.6% and is now trading at $20.89.
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When is Star Bulk Carriers' next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Tuesday, May 23rd 2023.
View our SBLK earnings forecast
.

How were Star Bulk Carriers' earnings last quarter?

Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (NASDAQ:SBLK) announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, November, 16th. The shipping company reported $2.19 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of $2.16 by $0.03. The shipping company earned $415.69 million during the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $406.04 million. Star Bulk Carriers had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 29.50% and a net margin of 39.38%. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $0.28 earnings per share.

How often does Star Bulk Carriers pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for Star Bulk Carriers?

Star Bulk Carriers announced a quarterly dividend on Thursday, February 16th. Investors of record on Tuesday, February 28th will be paid a dividend of $0.60 per share on Tuesday, March 14th. This represents a $2.40 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 11.49%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Monday, February 27th.
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Is Star Bulk Carriers a good dividend stock?

Star Bulk Carriers (NASDAQ:SBLK) pays an annual dividend of $2.40 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 11.73%. SBLK has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The dividend payout ratio is 43.40%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, SBLK will have a dividend payout ratio of 60.00% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for SBLK.

What other stocks do shareholders of Star Bulk Carriers own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Star Bulk Carriers investors own include Bank of America (BAC), Intelsat (I), Diana Shipping (DSX), Scorpio Tankers (STNG), Eagle Bulk Shipping (EGLE), Micron Technology (MU), OPKO Health (OPK), Fossil Group (FOSL), Golden Ocean Group (GOGL) and Intel (INTC).

What is Star Bulk Carriers' stock symbol?

Star Bulk Carriers trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "SBLK."

Who are Star Bulk Carriers' major shareholders?

Star Bulk Carriers' stock is owned by many different institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Oaktree Capital Management LP (25.48%), Alliancebernstein L.P. (6.33%), Renaissance Technologies LLC (1.20%), Susquehanna International Group LLP (0.00%), Morgan Stanley (0.92%) and Jane Street Group LLC (0.00%).

How do I buy shares of Star Bulk Carriers?

Shares of SBLK stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include WeBull, Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Robinhood, Fidelity, and Charles Schwab.
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What is Star Bulk Carriers' stock price today?

One share of SBLK stock can currently be purchased for approximately $20.89.

How much money does Star Bulk Carriers make?

Star Bulk Carriers (NASDAQ:SBLK) has a market capitalization of $2.15 billion and generates $1.44 billion in revenue each year. The shipping company earns $566 million in net income (profit) each year or $5.53 on an earnings per share basis.

How many employees does Star Bulk Carriers have?

The company employs 181 workers across the globe.

How can I contact Star Bulk Carriers?

Star Bulk Carriers' mailing address is 40 AGIOU KONSTANTINOU STR MAROUSSI, ATHENS J3, 15124. The official website for the company is www.starbulk.com. The shipping company can be reached via phone at 302106178400, via email at starbulk@capitallink.com, or via fax at 30 210 61 78 378.

This page (NASDAQ:SBLK) was last updated on 3/22/2023 by MarketBeat.com Staff