Logo image of SBLK

STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP (SBLK) Stock Fundamental Analysis

USA - Nasdaq - NASDAQ:SBLK - MHY8162K2046 - Common Stock

19.94 USD
-0.1 (-0.5%)
Last: 12/9/2025, 4:30:46 PM
19.94 USD
0 (0%)
After Hours: 12/9/2025, 4:30:46 PM
Fundamental Rating

5

Overall SBLK gets a fundamental rating of 5 out of 10. We evaluated SBLK against 35 industry peers in the Marine Transportation industry. SBLK has only an average score on both its financial health and profitability. SBLK has a correct valuation and a medium growth rate.


Dividend Valuation Growth Profitability Health

6

1. Profitability

1.1 Basic Checks

In the past year SBLK was profitable.
In the past year SBLK had a positive cash flow from operations.
SBLK had positive earnings in each of the past 5 years.
SBLK had a positive operating cash flow in each of the past 5 years.
SBLK Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFSBLK Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFYearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 200M -200M 400M -400M 600M

1.2 Ratios

SBLK's Return On Assets of 3.19% is fine compared to the rest of the industry. SBLK outperforms 62.86% of its industry peers.
SBLK's Return On Equity of 5.17% is fine compared to the rest of the industry. SBLK outperforms 62.86% of its industry peers.
SBLK has a Return On Invested Capital (4.09%) which is in line with its industry peers.
SBLK had an Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years of 10.09%. This is significantly below the industry average of 19.13%.
The 3 year average ROIC (10.09%) for SBLK is well above the current ROIC(4.09%). The reason for the recent decline needs to be investigated.
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 3.19%
ROE 5.17%
ROIC 4.09%
ROA(3y)9.89%
ROA(5y)9.62%
ROE(3y)16.92%
ROE(5y)16.82%
ROIC(3y)10.09%
ROIC(5y)9.77%
SBLK Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICSBLK Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICYearly ROA, ROE, ROIC 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 20 -20 -40

1.3 Margins

SBLK has a Profit Margin (10.98%) which is in line with its industry peers.
SBLK's Profit Margin has declined in the last couple of years.
SBLK has a Operating Margin (16.03%) which is in line with its industry peers.
In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of SBLK has grown nicely.
SBLK has a Gross Margin (45.26%) which is comparable to the rest of the industry.
SBLK's Gross Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
Industry RankSector Rank
OM 16.03%
PM (TTM) 10.98%
GM 45.26%
OM growth 3Y-18.56%
OM growth 5Y23.9%
PM growth 3Y-20.37%
PM growth 5YN/A
GM growth 3Y-7.71%
GM growth 5Y2.37%
SBLK Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsSBLK Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsYearly Profit, Operating, Gross Margins 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 50 -50 -100 -150

4

2. Health

2.1 Basic Checks

SBLK has a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC), which is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), which means it is creating some value.
The number of shares outstanding for SBLK has been increased compared to 1 year ago.
The number of shares outstanding for SBLK has been increased compared to 5 years ago.
Compared to 1 year ago, SBLK has an improved debt to assets ratio.
SBLK Yearly Shares OutstandingSBLK Yearly Shares OutstandingYearly Shares Outstanding 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 20M 40M 60M 80M 100M
SBLK Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsSBLK Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsYearly Total Debt VS Total Assets 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 1B 2B 3B 4B

2.2 Solvency

Based on the Altman-Z score of 1.21, we must say that SBLK is in the distress zone and has some risk of bankruptcy.
With a Altman-Z score value of 1.21, SBLK perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 51.43% of the companies in the same industry.
SBLK has a debt to FCF ratio of 4.20. This is a neutral value as SBLK would need 4.20 years to pay back of all of its debts.
The Debt to FCF ratio of SBLK (4.20) is better than 68.57% of its industry peers.
SBLK has a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.40. This is a healthy value indicating a solid balance between debt and equity.
SBLK has a Debt to Equity ratio (0.40) which is comparable to the rest of the industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0.4
Debt/FCF 4.2
Altman-Z 1.21
ROIC/WACC0.47
WACC8.65%
SBLK Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFSBLK Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFYearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 500M 1B 1.5B 2B

2.3 Liquidity

A Current Ratio of 1.61 indicates that SBLK should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
Looking at the Current ratio, with a value of 1.61, SBLK is in line with its industry, outperforming 48.57% of the companies in the same industry.
SBLK has a Quick Ratio of 1.42. This is a normal value and indicates that SBLK is financially healthy and should not expect problems in meeting its short term obligations.
With a Quick ratio value of 1.42, SBLK perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 48.57% of the companies in the same industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
Current Ratio 1.61
Quick Ratio 1.42
SBLK Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesSBLK Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesYearly Current Assets VS Current Liabilites 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 200M 400M 600M

4

3. Growth

3.1 Past

SBLK shows a strong negative growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year the EPS decreased by -78.64%.
The Earnings Per Share has been growing by 59.69% on average over the past years. This is a very strong growth
Looking at the last year, SBLK shows a very strong growth in Revenue. The Revenue has grown by 33.31%.
The Revenue has been growing by 9.03% on average over the past years. This is quite good.
EPS 1Y (TTM)-78.64%
EPS 3Y-26.39%
EPS 5Y59.69%
EPS Q2Q%-60.56%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)33.31%
Revenue growth 3Y-3.93%
Revenue growth 5Y9.03%
Sales Q2Q%-36.93%

3.2 Future

The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 2.81% on average over the next years.
SBLK is expected to show a decrease in Revenue. In the coming years, the Revenue will decrease by -1.63% yearly.
EPS Next Y-65.62%
EPS Next 2Y4.49%
EPS Next 3Y7.22%
EPS Next 5Y2.81%
Revenue Next Year-13.01%
Revenue Next 2Y1.98%
Revenue Next 3Y2.23%
Revenue Next 5Y-1.63%

3.3 Evolution

When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
SBLK Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesSBLK Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesYearly Revenue VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 500M 1B
SBLK Yearly EPS VS EstimatesSBLK Yearly EPS VS EstimatesYearly EPS VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 0 2 -2 4 6

5

4. Valuation

4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio

SBLK is valuated quite expensively with a Price/Earnings ratio of 30.21.
SBLK's Price/Earnings ratio is in line with the industry average.
Compared to an average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio of 26.34, SBLK is valued at the same level.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 6.76, the valuation of SBLK can be described as very cheap.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio, SBLK is valued a bit cheaper than the industry average as 77.14% of the companies are valued more expensively.
When comparing the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of SBLK to the average of the S&P500 Index (23.56), we can say SBLK is valued rather cheaply.
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 30.21
Fwd PE 6.76
SBLK Price Earnings VS Forward Price EarningsSBLK Price Earnings VS Forward Price Earnings ChartPrice Earnings - Forward Price Earnings PE FPE 10 20 30 40

4.2 Price Multiples

The rest of the industry has a similar Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio as SBLK.
Compared to the rest of the industry, the Price/Free Cash Flow ratio of SBLK indicates a somewhat cheap valuation: SBLK is cheaper than 74.29% of the companies listed in the same industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
P/FCF 8.03
EV/EBITDA 8.06
SBLK Per share dataSBLK EPS, Sales, OCF, FCF, BookValue per sharePer Share Data Per Share 5 10 15 20

4.3 Compensation for Growth

The decent profitability rating of SBLK may justify a higher PE ratio.
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)0.51
EPS Next 2Y4.49%
EPS Next 3Y7.22%

3

5. Dividend

5.1 Amount

SBLK has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 1.46%. Purely for dividend investing, there may be better candidates out there.
SBLK's Dividend Yield is comparable with the industry average which is at 7.47.
Compared to the average S&P500 Dividend Yield of 2.31, SBLK is paying slightly less dividend.
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 1.46%

5.2 History

The dividend of SBLK is nicely growing with an annual growth rate of 121.96%!
SBLK has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
The dividend of SBLK decreased recently.
Dividend Growth(5Y)121.96%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years1
SBLK Yearly Dividends per shareSBLK Yearly Dividends per shareYearly Dividends per share 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2 4 6

5.3 Sustainability

137.06% of the earnings are spent on dividend by SBLK. This is not a sustainable payout ratio.
The dividend of SBLK is growing, but the earnings are growing slower. This means the dividend growth is not sustainable.
DP137.06%
EPS Next 2Y4.49%
EPS Next 3Y7.22%
SBLK Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendSBLK Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendYearly Income VS Free CF VS Dividend 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 200M -200M 400M -400M 600M
SBLK Dividend Payout.SBLK Dividend Payout, showing the Payout Ratio.SBLK Dividend Payout.PayoutRetained Earnings

STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP

NASDAQ:SBLK (12/9/2025, 4:30:46 PM)

After market: 19.94 0 (0%)

19.94

-0.1 (-0.5%)

Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorIndustrials
GICS IndustryGroupTransportation
GICS IndustryMarine Transportation
Earnings (Last)11-18 2025-11-18/amc
Earnings (Next)02-18 2026-02-18/amc
Inst Owners31.82%
Inst Owner Change-8.16%
Ins Owners3.74%
Ins Owner ChangeN/A
Market Cap2.27B
Revenue(TTM)1.27B
Net Income(TTM)124.22M
Analysts83.08
Price Target23.4 (17.35%)
Short Float %1.57%
Short Ratio1.5
Dividend
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 1.46%
Yearly Dividend2.75
Dividend Growth(5Y)121.96%
DP137.06%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years1
Ex-Date12-05 2025-12-05 (0.11)
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)84.98%
Min EPS beat(2)77.38%
Max EPS beat(2)92.58%
EPS beat(4)2
Avg EPS beat(4)30.01%
Min EPS beat(4)-28.83%
Max EPS beat(4)92.58%
EPS beat(8)4
Avg EPS beat(8)17.46%
EPS beat(12)6
Avg EPS beat(12)11.09%
EPS beat(16)10
Avg EPS beat(16)11.21%
Revenue beat(2)0
Avg Revenue beat(2)-1.72%
Min Revenue beat(2)-2.57%
Max Revenue beat(2)-0.88%
Revenue beat(4)2
Avg Revenue beat(4)4.17%
Min Revenue beat(4)-2.57%
Max Revenue beat(4)17.15%
Revenue beat(8)6
Avg Revenue beat(8)11.71%
Revenue beat(12)8
Avg Revenue beat(12)11.29%
Revenue beat(16)12
Avg Revenue beat(16)13.24%
PT rev (1m)1.41%
PT rev (3m)6.11%
EPS NQ rev (1m)0%
EPS NQ rev (3m)-20.42%
EPS NY rev (1m)-43.01%
EPS NY rev (3m)-53.89%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-5.01%
Revenue NY rev (1m)4.56%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-3.25%
Valuation
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 30.21
Fwd PE 6.76
P/S 2.01
P/FCF 8.03
P/OCF 7.15
P/B 0.95
P/tB 0.95
EV/EBITDA 8.06
EPS(TTM)0.66
EY3.31%
EPS(NY)2.95
Fwd EY14.78%
FCF(TTM)2.48
FCFY12.45%
OCF(TTM)2.79
OCFY13.98%
SpS9.94
BVpS21.1
TBVpS21.1
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)0.51
Graham Number17.7
Profitability
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 3.19%
ROE 5.17%
ROCE 5.18%
ROIC 4.09%
ROICexc 4.61%
ROICexgc 4.61%
OM 16.03%
PM (TTM) 10.98%
GM 45.26%
FCFM 24.98%
ROA(3y)9.89%
ROA(5y)9.62%
ROE(3y)16.92%
ROE(5y)16.82%
ROIC(3y)10.09%
ROIC(5y)9.77%
ROICexc(3y)11.17%
ROICexc(5y)10.95%
ROICexgc(3y)11.17%
ROICexgc(5y)10.95%
ROCE(3y)12.78%
ROCE(5y)12.37%
ROICexgc growth 3Y-23.71%
ROICexgc growth 5Y31.21%
ROICexc growth 3Y-23.71%
ROICexc growth 5Y31.21%
OM growth 3Y-18.56%
OM growth 5Y23.9%
PM growth 3Y-20.37%
PM growth 5YN/A
GM growth 3Y-7.71%
GM growth 5Y2.37%
F-Score7
Asset Turnover0.29
Health
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0.4
Debt/FCF 4.2
Debt/EBITDA 2.51
Cap/Depr 17.39%
Cap/Sales 3.07%
Interest Coverage 2.24
Cash Conversion 83.31%
Profit Quality 227.49%
Current Ratio 1.61
Quick Ratio 1.42
Altman-Z 1.21
F-Score7
WACC8.65%
ROIC/WACC0.47
Cap/Depr(3y)19.54%
Cap/Depr(5y)38.91%
Cap/Sales(3y)2.68%
Cap/Sales(5y)5.51%
Profit Quality(3y)150.38%
Profit Quality(5y)312.04%
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)-78.64%
EPS 3Y-26.39%
EPS 5Y59.69%
EPS Q2Q%-60.56%
EPS Next Y-65.62%
EPS Next 2Y4.49%
EPS Next 3Y7.22%
EPS Next 5Y2.81%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)33.31%
Revenue growth 3Y-3.93%
Revenue growth 5Y9.03%
Sales Q2Q%-36.93%
Revenue Next Year-13.01%
Revenue Next 2Y1.98%
Revenue Next 3Y2.23%
Revenue Next 5Y-1.63%
EBIT growth 1Y-42.55%
EBIT growth 3Y-21.76%
EBIT growth 5Y35.09%
EBIT Next Year-11.8%
EBIT Next 3Y16.99%
EBIT Next 5Y8.32%
FCF growth 1Y-38.45%
FCF growth 3Y-13.24%
FCF growth 5YN/A
OCF growth 1Y-34.02%
OCF growth 3Y-15%
OCF growth 5Y39.72%

STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP / SBLK FAQ

What is the ChartMill fundamental rating of STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP (SBLK) stock?

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to SBLK.


What is the valuation status of STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP (SBLK) stock?

ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 5 / 10 to STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP (SBLK). This can be considered as Fairly Valued.


How profitable is STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP (SBLK) stock?

STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP (SBLK) has a profitability rating of 6 / 10.


Can you provide the PE and PB ratios for SBLK stock?

The Price/Earnings (PE) ratio for STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP (SBLK) is 30.21 and the Price/Book (PB) ratio is 0.95.


What is the financial health of STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP (SBLK) stock?

The financial health rating of STAR BULK CARRIERS CORP (SBLK) is 4 / 10.