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U.S. Marine and Shipping Industry Analysis

UpdatedJul 18, 2026
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies35
  • 7D0.3%
  • 3M3.2%
  • 1Y46.8%
  • YTD29.8%

Over the last 7 days, the Marine and Shipping industry has remained flat, although notably Matson gained 8.5%. As for the the longer term, the industry is up 47% over the past 12 months. Earnings are forecast to be flat in the coming years.

Industry Valuation and Performance

Has the U.S. Marine and Shipping Industry valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Sun, 19 Jul 2026US$33.8bUS$22.0bUS$3.0b12.7x11.3x1.5x
Tue, 16 Jun 2026US$33.6bUS$22.0bUS$3.0b12.7x11.3x1.5x
Thu, 14 May 2026US$33.3bUS$22.3bUS$3.2b12.4x10.5x1.5x
Sat, 11 Apr 2026US$31.4bUS$22.2bUS$3.1b9.4x10x1.4x
Mon, 09 Mar 2026US$30.1bUS$22.9bUS$3.7b8.6x8.1x1.3x
Wed, 04 Feb 2026US$29.1bUS$24.3bUS$3.5b6.9x8.4x1.2x
Fri, 02 Jan 2026US$25.5bUS$24.2bUS$3.4b6.1x7.5x1.1x
Sun, 30 Nov 2025US$25.5bUS$24.2bUS$3.4b6.7x7.5x1.1x
Tue, 28 Oct 2025US$21.2bUS$25.3bUS$4.5b7.2x4.7x0.8x
Thu, 25 Sep 2025US$22.6bUS$25.3bUS$4.5b8.6x5x0.9x
Sat, 23 Aug 2025US$22.4bUS$25.6bUS$4.5b9.8x5x0.9x
Mon, 21 Jul 2025US$24.8bUS$26.8bUS$5.3b5.6x4.7x0.9x
Wed, 18 Jun 2025US$24.5bUS$26.8bUS$5.2b5.6x4.7x0.9x
Fri, 16 May 2025US$24.1bUS$26.5bUS$5.2b4.4x4.7x0.9x
Sun, 13 Apr 2025US$21.0bUS$25.4bUS$5.5b3.7x3.8x0.8x
Tue, 11 Mar 2025US$24.5bUS$24.4bUS$4.8b4.3x5.1x1x
Thu, 06 Feb 2025US$24.9bUS$24.3bUS$4.9b4.4x5.1x1x
Sat, 04 Jan 2025US$25.8bUS$24.2bUS$5.0b4.1x5.2x1.1x
Mon, 02 Dec 2024US$27.8bUS$24.2bUS$5.0b4.4x5.6x1.1x
Wed, 30 Oct 2024US$28.2bUS$22.0bUS$1.4b4.9x20.6x1.3x
Fri, 27 Sep 2024US$30.5bUS$22.0bUS$1.4b6x22.2x1.4x
Sun, 25 Aug 2024US$28.3bUS$22.1bUS$1.4b6.1x20.9x1.3x
Tue, 23 Jul 2024US$28.8bUS$21.4bUS$606.3m7.9x47.5x1.3x
Thu, 20 Jun 2024US$29.0bUS$21.4bUS$604.0m8x48x1.4x
Sat, 18 May 2024US$29.1bUS$21.1bUS$330.9m8.2x87.9x1.4x
Mon, 15 Apr 2024US$24.8bUS$20.7bUS$304.0m7.6x81.6x1.2x
Wed, 13 Mar 2024US$24.5bUS$22.1bUS$869.1m8.1x28.2x1.1x
Fri, 09 Feb 2024US$23.6bUS$22.3bUS$994.0m5.2x23.7x1.1x
Sun, 07 Jan 2024US$23.3bUS$22.3bUS$1.0b5.8x22.4x1x
Tue, 05 Dec 2023US$20.6bUS$22.3bUS$1.0b5x19.8x0.9x
Thu, 02 Nov 2023US$18.5bUS$24.8bUS$5.0b3.1x3.7x0.7x
Sat, 30 Sep 2023US$20.0bUS$24.9bUS$5.2b3.2x3.8x0.8x
Mon, 28 Aug 2023US$19.5bUS$25.1bUS$5.4b2.6x3.6x0.8x
Wed, 26 Jul 2023US$20.3bUS$27.9bUS$7.5b2.5x2.7x0.7x
Price to Earnings Ratio

2.7x


Total Market Cap: US$20.3bTotal Earnings: US$7.5bTotal Revenue: US$27.9bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
U.S. Marine and Shipping Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average 17x202420252026
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are pessimistic on the American Shipping industry, indicating that they anticipate long term growth rates will be lower than they have historically.
  • The industry is trading at a PE ratio of 11.3x which is lower than its 3-year average PE of 17.0x.
  • The 3-year average PS ratio of 1.1x is lower than the industry's current PS ratio of 1.5x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Shipping industry have declined 26% per year over the last three years,
  • Revenues have also declined 7.6% per year.
  • This means overall sales from these companies are declining and profits are subsequently falling as well.

Industry Trends

Which industries have driven the changes within the U.S. Industrials industry?

US Market-2.02%
Industrials-1.51%
Marine and Shipping0.28%
Marine0.28%
Industry PEThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.
Forecasted GrowthThere are no additional sub-industries under this industry.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
MATX MatsonUS$222.188.5%
+US$526.9m		112.8%PE15.7x
ZIM ZIM Integrated Shipping ServicesUS$24.301.4%
+US$39.8m		57.0%PE29.9x
KEX KirbyUS$144.160.3%
+US$21.9m		24.4%PE21.4x
PANL Pangaea Logistics SolutionsUS$7.031.2%
+US$5.2m		40.0%PE13.3x
GSL Global Ship LeaseUS$40.160.2%
+US$3.6m		44.2%PE3.8x

Latest News

MATX
US$222.18
Matson
7D
8.5%
1Y
112.8%
ZIM
US$24.30
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services
7D
1.4%
1Y
57.0%
Narrative Update • Jul 16

ZIM: Government Opposition To Hapag Deal Will Drive Future Share Weakness

Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for ZIM Integrated Shipping Services from $9.00 to $16.50, citing updated views on discount rates, revenue trends, profit margins, and forward P/E assumptions. What's in the News Hapag Lloyd's proposed acquisition of ZIM Integrated Shipping Services for US$35 per share, valuing the company at about US$4.2b, is under review by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission, which is collecting public submissions on overlapping Asia to Australia container routes.
SBLK
US$24.90
Star Bulk Carriers
7D
-5.5%
1Y
34.2%
CCEC
US$22.19
Capital Clean Energy Carriers
7D
-0.5%
1Y
-7.3%
Seeking Alpha • Jul 15

Capital Clean Energy Carriers: The Fleet Keeps Growing, But So Does The Wait

Summary Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. has nearly completed its exit from containerships, focusing on an expanding LNG and gas carrier fleet. Capital Clean’s long-term charter backlog provides exceptional forward visibility, but a 2.7% yield and near-book valuation limit upside. Joint ventures and cheap debt financing reduce risk, yet ongoing capex and rising net debt constrain dividend growth. I remain neutral, as Capital Clean’s predictable cash flows are offset by thin tangible returns and speculative future vessel chartering. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
GNK
US$24.12
Genco Shipping & Trading
7D
-5.4%
1Y
58.5%
DSX
US$2.05
Diana Shipping
7D
-4.2%
1Y
28.1%
CMRE
US$14.74
Costamare
7D
-1.3%
1Y
53.5%
DAC
US$125.87
Danaos
7D
-2.0%
1Y
40.0%
SB
US$6.82
Safe Bulkers
7D
-1.2%
1Y
65.5%
Seeking Alpha • Jul 10

Safe Bulkers: Pair The Common With The 7.7%-Yielding Preferreds

Summary Safe Bulkers continues strong operations and prudent fleet renewal, but the common stock lacks a clear margin of safety at current levels. Recent vessel sales above book value support higher NAV estimates, yet the stock already reflects some hidden fleet value. SB's short charter book enables upside if rates stay high but exposes downside if rates fall. Meanwhile, the dividend yield is still uncompetitive. A mixed allocation of SB common and preferreds offers a more balanced risk/reward, with preferreds providing a reliable 7.7% yield. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
EDRY
US$22.11
EuroDry
7D
0.5%
1Y
113.4%
Narrative Update • Jul 10

EDRY: New Eco Vessel Orders Will Support Stronger Long Term Earnings

Analysts have lifted their price target for EuroDry from $22.50 to about $33.33, citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as key drivers of the change. What’s in the News for EuroDry EuroDry signed two contracts with Hengli Shipbuilding (Dalian) for the construction of two 82,000 DWT Kamsarmax eco bulk carriers, built to EEDI phase 3 design standards.
GSL
US$40.16
Global Ship Lease
7D
0.2%
1Y
44.2%
Narrative Update • Jul 08

GSL: New Mid-Size Fleet Investments Will Support Longer-Term Cash Flows

Analysts have raised their price target on Global Ship Lease to $51 from $48, citing updated valuation work that incorporates a revised discount rate, adjusted revenue and margin assumptions, and a higher future P/E multiple informed by recent bullish Street research. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts covering Global Ship Lease point to a blend of valuation support and execution on the current business plan as key reasons for their constructive stance.
SHIP
US$14.01
Seanergy Maritime Holdings
7D
-6.4%
1Y
106.0%
Narrative Update • Jul 07

SHIP: Tight FY26 Capesize Supply And Chinese Ore Demand Will Support Upside

Analysts have lifted their price target on Seanergy Maritime Holdings to $22 from $17, citing expectations for a firm FY26 Capesize market supported by steady Chinese iron ore and bauxite demand, along with limited new vessel deliveries. What’s in the News for Seanergy Maritime Holdings No recent Seanergy Maritime Holdings news items were identified in the provided primary news source.
KEX
US$144.16
Kirby
7D
0.3%
1Y
24.4%
PANL
US$7.03
Pangaea Logistics Solutions
7D
1.2%
1Y
40.0%
Narrative Update • Jun 17

PANL: Stable Margins And Vessel Impairments Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have reaffirmed their $10.85 price target for Pangaea Logistics Solutions, citing only marginal tweaks to discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions that leave their overall valuation view essentially unchanged. What’s in the News for Pangaea Logistics Solutions Pangaea Logistics Solutions reported unaudited impairment charges for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, according to company disclosures.
GLBS
US$2.77
Globus Maritime
7D
2.2%
1Y
145.1%
PXS
US$4.34
Pyxis Tankers
7D
4.1%
1Y
47.1%