Pacific Basin Shipping Limited

SEHK:2343 Stock Report

Market Cap: HK$15.4b

Pacific Basin Shipping Dividends and Buybacks

Dividend criteria checks 2/6

Pacific Basin Shipping is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 2.59% that is well covered by earnings.

Key information

2.6%

Dividend yield

2.4%

Buyback Yield

Total Shareholder Yield5.0%
Future Dividend Yield5.8%
Dividend Growth10.2%
Next dividend pay daten/a
Ex dividend daten/a
Dividend per sharen/a
Payout ratio88%

Recent dividend and buyback updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update Jun 07

2343: Dividend Timing And Refined P E Assumptions Will Shape Fairly Valued Shares

Analysts have lifted their HK$ price target for Pacific Basin Shipping from HK$3.35 to HK$3.42, citing updated fair value estimates, a slightly lower discount rate, and modestly adjusted assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. What's in the News Analysts revised the HK$ price target for Pacific Basin Shipping from HK$3.35 to HK$3.42, reflecting updated fair value estimates and a slightly lower discount rate.
Narrative Update Apr 24

2343: Dividend Timing And Tweaked Assumptions Will Shape Fairly Valued Shares

Analysts have raised their price target on Pacific Basin Shipping to HK$3.35 from HK$3.27, citing adjustments to fair value estimates, slightly different assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, and a modestly higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for 3 March 2026 to consider and approve Pacific Basin Shipping's 2025 annual results for the group and to consider a recommendation on a final dividend for 2025 (Key Developments).
Narrative Update Apr 08

2343: Dividend Outlook And Modest Assumption Changes Will Shape Fairly Valued Shares

Analysts have trimmed their HK$ price target on Pacific Basin Shipping by a small amount, reflecting slightly updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that remain broadly in line with prior views. What's in the News Pacific Basin Shipping proposed an ordinary final dividend of HK$0.06 per share for the year ended 31 December 2025, subject to shareholder approval on 22 April 2026 (Key Developments).
Analysis Article Mar 27

We Think That There Are More Issues For Pacific Basin Shipping (HKG:2343) Than Just Sluggish Earnings

Last week's earnings announcement from Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ) was disappointing to investors, with...
Narrative Update Mar 24

2343: Higher Future P/E Assumptions Will Support Upside For Undervalued Shares

Analysts now cite a modestly higher fair value and a slightly adjusted discount rate, which together have led to a refreshed HK$3.19 to HK$3.31 price target range for Pacific Basin Shipping. What's in the News A final dividend of HK$0.06 per share has been proposed for the year ended 31 December 2025, subject to shareholder approval on 22 April 2026.
New Narrative Mar 18

New Fuel Efficient Fleet And Minor Bulk Demand Will Support Stronger Earnings Quality

Catalysts About Pacific Basin Shipping Pacific Basin Shipping operates one of the world's largest modern Handysize and Supramax dry bulk fleets, serving over 600 industrial cargo customers globally. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update Mar 10

2343: New Fuel Efficient Fleet Additions Will Limit Upside For Fairly Valued Shares

Analysts have adjusted their HK$ fair value estimate for Pacific Basin Shipping from HK$2.73 to HK$3.19 as they factor in updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate and future P/E levels across their models. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for 3 March 2026 to consider and approve Pacific Basin Shipping's 2025 annual results and to consider a recommendation on the 2025 final dividend.
New Narrative Mar 03

Fleet Oversupply And Trade Shifts Will Pressure Earnings Despite Efficiency Upgrades

Catalysts About Pacific Basin Shipping Pacific Basin Shipping operates a large fleet of Handysize and Supramax dry bulk vessels focused on minor bulk and grain cargoes. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update Feb 24

2343: New Fuel Efficient Vessel Orders Will Restrain Upside For Expensive Shares

Analysts have nudged their price target for Pacific Basin Shipping slightly higher to HK$2.73 from HK$2.73, citing updated fair value estimates, a modestly adjusted discount rate and a marginally lower forward P/E assumption. What's in the News A board meeting is scheduled for 3 March 2026 to consider and approve Pacific Basin Shipping's 2025 annual results for the group and to consider recommending a final dividend for 2025 (Key Developments).
Analysis Article Feb 12

Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (HKG:2343)?

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ), is not the largest company out there, but it received a lot of attention...
Narrative Update Feb 09

2343: New Vessel Orders Will Limit Upside For Overextended Shares

Analysts have slightly reduced their price target on Pacific Basin Shipping to reflect modest tweaks in discount rate and future P/E assumptions, keeping fair value broadly in line with prior estimates and describing the change as a refinement rather than a reset of their view. What's in the News Indirect wholly owned subsidiaries of Pacific Basin Shipping, identified as Buyer 1 through Buyer 4, agreed ship purchase contracts on 23 December 2025 to acquire four Handysize newbuilding vessels for a total consideration of about US$119.2 million (Key Developments).
Analysis Article Jan 26

There's Been No Shortage Of Growth Recently For Pacific Basin Shipping's (HKG:2343) Returns On Capital

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Narrative Update Jan 25

2343: Fine Tuning Of Assumptions Will Support Steady Future Share Performance

Analysts have made a small upward adjustment to their price target for Pacific Basin Shipping, now seeing fair value at around HK$2.73 versus HK$2.72 previously. This reflects fine tuning of assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, rather than a major shift in their view.
Narrative Update Jan 09

2343: Slightly Higher Assumptions Will Still Support Stronger Future Share Performance

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Pacific Basin Shipping slightly, reflecting updated fair value inputs along with modest adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Trimmed slightly from HK$2.78 to about HK$2.72 per share, indicating a small reduction in the modelled fair value range.
Analysis Article Jan 07

Some Shareholders Feeling Restless Over Pacific Basin Shipping Limited's (HKG:2343) P/E Ratio

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 15.8x Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ) may be sending bearish...
Narrative Update Dec 14

2343: Lower Discount Rate Will Support Stronger Future Share Performance

Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Pacific Basin Shipping to HKD 2.78 from HKD 2.78, reflecting slightly lower discount rate assumptions and a marginally refined view of long term growth and profitability. Valuation Changes Discount Rate edged down slightly from 7.42 percent to 7.41 percent, implying a marginally lower required return.
Narrative Update Nov 28

2343: Discount Rate Adjustment And Share Repurchases Will Influence Future Performance

Analysts have maintained their price target for Pacific Basin Shipping at $2.78, citing stable expectations for key valuation metrics despite a modest increase in the discount rate. Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate remains unchanged at HK$2.78.
Narrative Update Nov 08

2343: Share Repurchases And Discount Rate Change Will Shape Outlook

Analysts have made a modest upward revision to Pacific Basin Shipping's target price, now set at $2.78 per share. This change is attributed to incremental adjustments in discount rates while maintaining stable assumptions for revenue growth and profitability.
Analysis Article Nov 07

Is Now The Time To Look At Buying Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (HKG:2343)?

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it led the SEHK gainers with a...
Narrative Update Oct 25

Share Buybacks And Interim Dividend Will Shape Dry Bulk Market Outlook

Analysts have raised their price target for Pacific Basin Shipping from $2.56 to $2.78. They cite modest adjustments in projected revenue growth and profit margins as key factors underlying the update.
Narrative Update Oct 11

Dry Bulk Shipping Will Face Oversupply Yet Remain Resilient

Narrative Update on Pacific Basin Shipping Analysts have raised their price target for Pacific Basin Shipping from $2.46 to $2.56 per share. They cite a lower discount rate and a more attractive future price-to-earnings ratio as key factors behind their revised outlook.
Analysis Article Sep 24

Getting In Cheap On Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (HKG:2343) Might Be Difficult

When close to half the companies in Hong Kong have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 12x, you may consider...
Narrative Update Sep 23

Dry Bulk Shipping Will Face Oversupply Yet Remain Resilient

The consensus price target for Pacific Basin Shipping has increased, primarily reflecting improved revenue growth expectations, with the target rising from HK$2.29 to HK$2.46. What's in the News Repurchased 25,062,000 shares (0.5%) for HKD 51.06 million, completing the announced buyback.
Narrative Update Aug 27

Dry Bulk Shipping Will Face Oversupply Yet Remain Resilient

Pacific Basin Shipping’s consensus price target rose to HK$2.29 as analysts project a sharp increase in its future P/E multiple despite a deterioration in revenue growth forecasts. What's in the News Declared interim dividend of HKD 0.016 per share for H1 2025, reflecting a decrease.
Narrative Update Aug 08

Dry Bulk Shipping Will Face Oversupply Yet Remain Resilient

Pacific Basin Shipping's consensus price target has increased to HK$2.20, primarily driven by a notable upgrade in revenue growth forecasts and a sharp decline in the future P/E multiple, suggesting improved earnings expectations and valuation. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled to approve 2025 interim results and consider interim dividend.
Analysis Article Jul 15

The Return Trends At Pacific Basin Shipping (HKG:2343) Look Promising

If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Analysis Article Jun 23

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (HKG:2343) Stock Rockets 29% As Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected

Despite an already strong run, Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of...
Analysis Article May 13

These 4 Measures Indicate That Pacific Basin Shipping (HKG:2343) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Analysis Article Apr 18

Shareholders May Be Wary Of Increasing Pacific Basin Shipping Limited's (HKG:2343) CEO Compensation Package

Key Insights Pacific Basin Shipping will host its Annual General Meeting on 25th of April Total pay for CEO Martin...
Analysis Article Apr 08

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited's (HKG:2343) Shares Lagging The Market But So Is The Business

When close to half the companies in Hong Kong have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 10x, you may consider...
Analysis Article Mar 21

Investors Shouldn't Be Too Comfortable With Pacific Basin Shipping's (HKG:2343) Earnings

Despite posting some strong earnings, the market for Pacific Basin Shipping Limited's ( HKG:2343 ) stock hasn't moved...
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New Narrative Mar 02

Freight Rate Improvements Will Boost Earnings In 2025, But Oversupply May Pose Challenges

Strategic fleet renewal and energy-efficient vessels aim to enhance operating efficiencies and reduce costs, potentially boosting net margins.
Analysis Article Feb 06

There's Been No Shortage Of Growth Recently For Pacific Basin Shipping's (HKG:2343) Returns On Capital

If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...
Analysis Article Dec 24

Market Participants Recognise Pacific Basin Shipping Limited's (HKG:2343) Earnings

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 13.1x Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ) may be sending bearish...
Analysis Article Oct 07

When Should You Buy Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (HKG:2343)?

While Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a significant...
Analysis Article Sep 20

Investors Interested In Pacific Basin Shipping Limited's (HKG:2343) Earnings

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 17x Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ) may be sending very...
Analysis Article Aug 30

There May Be Reason For Hope In Pacific Basin Shipping's (HKG:2343) Disappointing Earnings

Soft earnings didn't appear to concern Pacific Basin Shipping Limited's ( HKG:2343 ) shareholders over the last week...
Analysis Article Jun 12

Pacific Basin Shipping's (HKG:2343) Returns On Capital Are Heading Higher

Did you know there are some financial metrics that can provide clues of a potential multi-bagger? Amongst other things...
Analysis Article May 28

Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (HKG:2343)?

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a significant share price...
Analysis Article May 09

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited's (HKG:2343) P/S Is Still On The Mark Following 30% Share Price Bounce

Despite an already strong run, Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of...
Analysis Article Apr 12

Shareholders May Not Be So Generous With Pacific Basin Shipping Limited's (HKG:2343) CEO Compensation And Here's Why

Key Insights Pacific Basin Shipping to hold its Annual General Meeting on 19th of April CEO Martin Fruergaard's total...
Analysis Article Mar 04

Earnings Miss: Pacific Basin Shipping Limited Missed EPS By 22% And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts

It's been a good week for Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ) shareholders, because the company has just...
Analysis Article Feb 13

Is It Time To Consider Buying Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (HKG:2343)?

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a...
Analysis Article Jan 26

Pacific Basin Shipping (HKG:2343) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger

What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? One common...
Analysis Article Dec 11

Pacific Basin Shipping (HKG:2343) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Analysis Article Nov 28

Are Investors Undervaluing Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (HKG:2343) By 41%?

Key Insights Pacific Basin Shipping's estimated fair value is HK$4.06 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Pacific...
Analysis Article Oct 20

Pacific Basin Shipping (HKG:2343) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger

If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Ideally, a...
Analysis Article Aug 27

These 4 Measures Indicate That Pacific Basin Shipping (HKG:2343) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Analysis Article Aug 11

Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Pacific Basin Shipping Limited (HKG:2343)?

While Pacific Basin Shipping Limited ( HKG:2343 ) might not be the most widely known stock at the moment, it received a...

Stability and Growth of Payments

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Stable Dividend: 2343 has been paying a dividend for less than 10 years and during this time payments have been volatile.

Growing Dividend: 2343's dividend payments have increased, but the company has only paid a dividend for 8 years.


Dividend Yield vs Market

Pacific Basin Shipping Dividend Yield vs Market
How does 2343 dividend yield compare to the market?
SegmentDividend Yield
Company (2343)2.6%
Market Bottom 25% (HK)2.9%
Market Top 25% (HK)7.1%
Industry Average (Shipping)7.9%
Analyst forecast (2343) (up to 3 years)5.8%

Notable Dividend: 2343's dividend (2.59%) isn’t notable compared to the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the Hong Kong market (2.93%).

High Dividend: 2343's dividend (2.59%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the Hong Kong market (7.12%).


Earnings Payout to Shareholders

Earnings Coverage: At its current payout ratio (87.8%), 2343's payments are covered by earnings.


Cash Payout to Shareholders

Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonably low cash payout ratio (33.1%), 2343's dividend payments are well covered by cash flows.


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/17 23:23
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/17 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

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PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

Pacific Basin Shipping Limited is covered by 23 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Jonathan WindhamBarclays
Nathan GeeBofA Global Research
Winnie GuoCCB International Securities Limited