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Performance Shipping Inc (PSHG)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: PSHG (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 71.56% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 20.89M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 1.1 | 1Y Target Price 5.75 |
Price to earnings Ratio 1.1 | 1Y Target Price 5.75 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 35127 | Beta 0.15 | 52 Weeks Range 1.48 - 2.58 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.48 - 2.58 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.53 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-03-05 | When Before Market | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 51.89% | Operating Margin (TTM) 51.82% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.33% | Return on Equity (TTM) 19.56% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 1.1 | Forward PE 2.09 | Enterprise Value -4324080 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.22 |
Enterprise Value -4324080 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.22 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.15 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 0.19 | Shares Outstanding 12432200 | Shares Floating 10344799 |
Shares Outstanding 12432200 | Shares Floating 10344799 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.32 | Percent Institutions 4.75 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.5 | Target Price 5.75 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Performance Shipping Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Performance Shipping Inc., formerly Diana Shipping Inc., was founded in 2010 as Oceanaut Inc. and later renamed to Diana Shipping Inc. in June 2010. It focuses on owning and operating tanker vessels. The company has evolved its fleet composition and expanded its operations in the shipping industry, facing fluctuations in the market dynamics.
Core Business Areas
- Crude Oil Tankers: Transportation of crude oil globally, utilizing a fleet of tankers to serve major oil companies and trading houses.
- Product Tankers: Transportation of refined petroleum products, such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, to various ports worldwide.
Leadership and Structure
Andreas Michalopoulos serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Performance Shipping Inc. The company operates with a board of directors and a management team overseeing various aspects of the business, including operations, finance, and commercial activities.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Tanker Shipping Services: The core service is providing tanker vessels for the transport of crude oil and refined petroleum products. Market share data is not publicly disclosed at a granular level. Competitors include DHT Holdings (DHT), Teekay Tankers (TNK), and Frontline (FRO).
- Voyage Charters: Offering vessels for specific voyages with negotiated freight rates. Market share data specific to voyage charters is not available. Competitors include other tanker companies offering similar chartering services.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The tanker shipping industry is highly cyclical and influenced by factors such as global oil demand, production levels, geopolitical events, and fleet supply. Currently, the industry faces volatility due to changing energy policies and economic uncertainties.
Positioning
Performance Shipping Inc. is a player in the mid-sized tanker segment, focusing on spot and time charter markets. Its competitive advantages may include fleet efficiency and strategic partnerships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global tanker shipping market is estimated at several hundred billion USD annually. Performance Shipping Inc. captures a small portion of this TAM, with potential for growth through fleet expansion and strategic initiatives.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Experienced Management Team
- Diversified Tanker Fleet
- Strong Relationships with Key Customers
- Efficient Vessel Operations
Weaknesses
- Small Market Capitalization
- High Debt Levels
- Dependence on Volatile Oil Prices
- Limited Geographic Diversification
Opportunities
- Increased Global Oil Demand
- Expansion into New Shipping Routes
- Acquisition of Newer Vessels
- Strategic Partnerships
Threats
- Fluctuations in Oil Prices
- Oversupply of Tanker Vessels
- Geopolitical Instability
- Stringent Environmental Regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DHT
- TNK
- FRO
Competitive Landscape
Performance Shipping Inc. operates in a highly competitive market. DHT, TNK and FRO are large players with significantly more vessels than PSHG. PSHG must maintain competitive pricing and focus on operational efficiency to remain profitable.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Requires access to financial data sources.
Future Projections: Requires access to analyst reports and financial data sources.
Recent Initiatives: Performance Shipping Inc. has been actively managing its fleet, including vessel acquisitions and disposals, to optimize its operations and capitalize on market opportunities.
Summary
Performance Shipping Inc. operates in the volatile tanker shipping industry. While the company has a diversified fleet and experienced management, it faces challenges such as high debt and dependence on oil prices. The company's growth trajectory will depend on its ability to capitalize on market opportunities and effectively manage its operations in a competitive environment. The company needs to look out for environmental regulations and oversupply of tanker vessels.
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DHT

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FRO

Frontline Ltd


FRO

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TNK

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TNK

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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
The information provided is based on available data and is subject to change. This is not financial advice.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Performance Shipping Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2011-01-03 | MD, CEO, Secretary & Director Mr. Andreas Nikolaos Michalopoulos | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Marine Shipping | Full time employees - | Website https://www.pshipping.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.pshipping.com |
Performance Shipping Inc. provides shipping transportation services through its tanker vessels worldwide. As of December 31, 2023, its fleet consisted of seven Aframax tanker vessels with a combined carrying capacity of 735,910 DWT. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in Athens, Greece.
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