Star Bulk Carriers Corp (SBLK) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Star Bulk Carriers Corp stock (SBLK) is currently trading at $23.39. Star Bulk Carriers Corp PE ratio is 47.51. Star Bulk Carriers Corp PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.45. Analyst consensus price target for SBLK is $28.98. WallStSmart rates SBLK as Hold.
- SBLK PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
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- SBLK intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
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- SBLK fair value vs current price
- SBLK insider transactions and insider buying
- Is SBLK undervalued or overvalued?
- Star Bulk Carriers Corp financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- SBLK Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- SBLK analyst price target and Smart Rating
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SBLK Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Star Bulk Carriers Corp (SBLK)
SBLK trades at a modest 9% premium above its Graham fair value of $22.00. Consider waiting for a pullback.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Star Bulk Carriers Corp (SBLK) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in operating margin, price/book, eps growth. Concerns around return on equity and revenue growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Star Bulk Carriers Corp (SBLK) Key Strengths (4)
Earnings per share surging 58.30% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency: $27 kept per $100 revenue
Trading at 1.05x book value, attractively priced
Mid-cap company balancing growth potential with stability
Supporting Valuation Data
Star Bulk Carriers Corp (SBLK) Areas to Watch (6)
Revenue declining -2.70%, a shrinking business
Very low returns on shareholder equity
Thin profit margins with limited profitability
Growth is fairly priced, not cheap, not expensive
Revenue is fairly priced at 2.45x sales
Moderate institutional interest at 32.39%
Supporting Valuation Data
Star Bulk Carriers Corp (SBLK) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 56/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 8.3/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 3.8/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin, Price/Book. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (1.05) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 26.70%. Growth metrics are encouraging with EPS Growth at 58.30%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (1.95), Price/Sales (2.45) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at -2.70%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 3.41%, Profit Margin at 8.07%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether Revenue Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 3.41% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at -2.70% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (EPS Growth, Operating Margin) and negatives (Revenue Growth, Return on Equity). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
SBLK Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
SBLK's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.45x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 19.37x (56th percentile). The current valuation is 99% below its historical high of 438.09x set in May 2008, and 1125% above its historical low of 0.2x in Jan 2016. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~1.4x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Star Bulk Carriers Corp (SBLK) · INDUSTRIALS › MARINE SHIPPING
The Big Picture
Star Bulk Carriers Corp operates as a stable business with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. Revenue reached 1.0B with 270% decline year-over-year. Profit margins are thin at 8.1%, typical for companies in this phase that are reinvesting heavily in growth.
Key Findings
ROE of 341.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 40M in free cash flow and 99M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
Revenue contracted 270% YoY. Worth determining whether this is cyclical or structural.
What to Watch Next
Margin expansion: can Star Bulk Carriers Corp push profit margins above 15% as the business scales?
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 255.0%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Sector dynamics: monitor MARINE SHIPPING industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Star Bulk Carriers Corp.
Bottom Line
Star Bulk Carriers Corp offers stability with moderate growth and solid fundamentals. The valuation may present an opportunity for patient investors, though limited growth means returns will likely come from dividends and modest capital appreciation rather than explosive gains.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
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About Star Bulk Carriers Corp(SBLK)
NASDAQ
INDUSTRIALS
MARINE SHIPPING
USA
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. The company is headquartered in Maroussi, Greece.