NASDAQ$SBLK
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. · Q4 2024 earnings
Q4 2024 earnings · · After market close · Investor relations
Briefing
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. reported a net income of $42.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2024, with TCE revenues of $216.8 million and EBITDA of $106.2 million.
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. announced its unaudited financial and operating results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2024. The company reported a net income of $42.4 million for Q4 2024, an increase from $39.7 million in Q4 2023. TCE revenues also increased to $216.8 million from $191.9 million in the prior year, primarily due to an increase in the average number of vessels in the fleet.
- Net income for Q4 2024 was $42.4 million, up from $39.7 million in Q4 2023.
- TCE Revenues increased to $216.8 million in Q4 2024 from $191.9 million in Q4 2023, driven by an increase in the average number of vessels.
- The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.09 per share for Q4 2024.
- Star Bulk repurchased 500,000 common shares in January 2025, as part of its new $100.0 million share repurchase program.
Headline financials
Revenue & EPS history
Star Bulk · Revenue · Quarterly
$309M
Forward guidance
Star Bulk remains cautiously optimistic about the medium-term outlook for the dry bulk market despite a traditionally weaker first quarter and persistent geopolitical uncertainties. The company is well-positioned to capitalize on future opportunities due to its strong balance sheet, scale, and industry expertise.
Tailwinds
- Low orderbook with limited incentive for new vessel orders.
- Aging global fleet suggests potential for replacement demand.
- Strong balance sheet and scale provide financial stability.
- Deep industry expertise supports strategic decision-making.
- Successful new debt raising and refinancing of existing facilities on attractive terms.
Headwinds
- First quarter is traditionally weaker for the dry bulk market.
- Geopolitical uncertainties persist, potentially impacting market stability.
- Increased costs due to new EU environmental regulations.
- Potential for future global mandates to increase operational expenses.
- Market conditions may not provide strong incentives for new vessel orders.
Historical earnings impact
How earnings announcements have historically affected this stock's price.
Avg. return before/after earnings
Based on 18 quarterly earnings reports · overlaid with Q4 2024
+0.1%
Avg return
Earnings day
+0.2%
Avg return
5 days after
+1.6%
Avg return
30 days after
48%
31 / 65 earnings
Positive
+19.9%
Q2 2013
Best reaction
-22.0%
Q3 2015
Worst reaction
| Quarter | Report date | Reaction (Day 0) | +5 days | +30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2026 | +0.3% | — | — | |
| Q1 2026 | +0.0% | +1.5% | — | |
| Q3 2025 | -1.3% | +2.3% | -5.2% | |
| Q2 2025 | -1.0% | -1.9% | +0.8% | |
| Q1 2025 | +2.5% | +0.4% | +6.0% | |
| Q4 2024 | -8.7% | -6.8% | +1.2% | |
| Q3 2024 | -7.2% | -8.9% | -28.0% | |
| Q2 2024 | -0.4% | +1.8% | -5.7% | |
| Q1 2024 | -0.7% | +2.7% | -8.3% | |
| Q4 2023 | -3.4% | -2.6% | +7.1% | |
| Q3 2023 | +2.9% | +3.3% | +7.8% | |
| Q2 2023 | +5.7% | +5.4% | +1.9% | |
| Q1 2023 | +3.3% | +3.2% | +1.3% | |
| Q4 2022 | -4.3% | -2.5% | -9.5% | |
| Q3 2022 | -2.0% | -0.5% | -3.8% | |
| Q2 2022 | +0.6% | +2.2% | -21.8% | |
| Q1 2022 | -5.1% | -3.2% | -25.3% | |
| Q4 2021 | +8.9% | +7.8% | +7.6% | |
| Q3 2021 | -2.0% | -1.0% | +1.3% | |
| Q2 2021 | +2.2% | +1.7% | +25.9% | |
| Q1 2021 | -5.0% | +2.8% | +0.1% | |
| Q4 2020 | -7.7% | -2.2% | +18.0% | |
| Q3 2020 | -1.6% | -0.3% | +10.6% | |
| Q2 2020 | +0.4% | -0.9% | -4.3% | |
| Q1 2020 | +2.0% | +0.0% | +33.8% | |
| Q4 2019 | +10.0% | -1.0% | -32.6% | |
| Q3 2019 | +5.1% | +4.7% | +12.1% | |
| Q2 2019 | +5.8% | +1.5% | +21.3% | |
| Q1 2019 | -11.8% | -10.1% | +1.8% | |
| Q4 2018 | +5.1% | +5.3% | -12.6% | |
| Q3 2018 | -1.7% | +1.5% | -2.5% | |
| Q2 2018 | -1.0% | -4.6% | -11.8% | |
| Q1 2018 | +1.3% | +6.9% | -1.4% | |
| Q4 2017 | +2.5% | +1.5% | -5.9% | |
| Q3 2017 | -1.2% | +1.6% | +14.3% | |
| Q2 2017 | -0.5% | +2.6% | +11.9% | |
| Q1 2017 | -11.0% | -6.3% | +5.0% | |
| Q4 2016 | +0.3% | -1.1% | +8.3% | |
| Q3 2016 | +0.9% | -5.4% | -11.5% | |
| Q2 2016 | -6.0% | +3.9% | +1.1% | |
| Q1 2016 | +3.1% | +2.1% | +55.1% | |
| Q4 2015 | +5.3% | — | — | |
| Q3 2015 | -22.0% | — | — | |
| Q2 2015 | +6.9% | — | — | |
| Q1 2015 | -5.0% | — | — | |
| Q4 2014 | +5.1% | — | — | |
| Q3 2014 | -4.6% | — | — | |
| Q2 2014 | +1.8% | — | — | |
| Q1 2014 | -4.1% | — | — | |
| Q4 2013 | +19.2% | — | — | |
| Q3 2013 | +12.0% | — | — | |
| Q2 2013 | +19.9% | — | — | |
| Q1 2013 | -2.3% | — | — | |
| Q4 2012 | +1.6% | — | — | |
| Q3 2012 | -2.7% | — | — | |
| Q2 2011 | +1.1% | — | — | |
| Q2 2012 | +3.0% | — | — | |
| Q4 2011 | +0.0% | — | — | |
| Q1 2012 | -1.1% | — | — | |
| Q3 2011 | -2.2% | — | — | |
| Q1 2011 | -2.7% | — | — | |
| Q4 2010 | -0.8% | — | — | |
| Q3 2010 | +0.7% | — | — | |
| Q2 2010 | -1.6% | — | — | |
| Q1 2010 | -0.7% | — | — |
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