Norwegian Marine and Shipping Stock News

Equinor (OB:EQNR) reported earnings that tell a mixed story for investors. Revenue is forecast to decline by 4.7% per year over the next three years, while EPS is expected to grow at a rate of 5.53% annually. Notably, the company’s net profit margin has compressed to 5.3% from 9% last year, reflecting a challenging recent period after negative earnings growth over the past year. However, looking further back, average annual earnings growth reached 16.8% over the past five years, and Equinor...

Kongsberg Gruppen recently reported third quarter results, posting sales of NOK13.3 billion and net income of NOK1.7 billion, alongside an announcement to split into two focused and independent companies pursuing global growth. This combination of robust financial results and significant organizational restructuring suggests a major inflection point for the company's operational direction and market positioning. We'll explore how Kongsberg Gruppen's decision to separate into two companies...

Smartoptics Group (OB:SMOP) reported forecast revenue growth of 20.2% per year, far outpacing the broader Norwegian market’s 2.8% annual rate. EPS is expected to climb rapidly as well, with profit forecasts projecting a substantial 59.8% gain per year over the next three years. This is well ahead of the Norwegian market’s 14.2% expectation. While SMOP has posted strong annual earnings growth of 6.9% over the past five years, net profit margins have tightened to 5.3% from last year’s 7.3%,...

Vår Energi (OB:VAR) just released its third quarter and nine-month 2025 results, reporting increased revenues compared to last year and confirming its production and dividend outlook for the coming year. Investors are watching these updates closely. See our latest analysis for Vår Energi. After a challenging start to the year, shares of Vår Energi have shown some resilience, closing at NOK 33.9 and trimming earlier losses with a modest 30-day share price return of 1.8%. While the year-to-date...

Nel (OB:NEL) remains unprofitable, with losses increasing at an annual rate of 17.3% over the last five years and no visible improvement in net profit margin. Revenue, however, is forecast to grow by 14.9% per year, significantly ahead of the Norwegian market's 2.8% pace. Shares have struggled for direction recently, with the stock price showing little stability over the past three months as investors weigh strong projected revenue growth against ongoing losses and a relatively high...

As European markets experience a notable upswing, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index climbing 1.68% and major indices across Germany, Italy, France, and the UK showing positive momentum, investors are increasingly focused on growth opportunities within this vibrant economic landscape. In such an environment, companies that exhibit strong insider ownership often stand out as attractive prospects due to their potential for aligned interests between management and shareholders.

Investors were underwhelmed by the solid earnings posted by Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA ( OB:NAS ) recently. We did some...

DOF Group ASA recently announced that contracts for the Skandi Nomad and Skandi Constructor vessels, both operating in Guyana, were each extended by one year, securing the Skandi Nomad until the fourth quarter of 2026 and the Skandi Constructor until the second quarter of 2027. This extension highlights sustained demand for DOF Group's offshore capabilities in Guyana, offering the company improved visibility over its near-term contracted revenues and operational planning. We'll explore how...

BW Energy (OB:BWE) delivered a net profit margin of 20.7%, down from 24% a year earlier. Revenue is expected to grow by 2.9% annually and earnings are forecast to climb at a swift 32.7% per year. Over the past five years, earnings have expanded by 54.1% annually, handily outpacing the Norwegian market. Investors may take comfort in BW Energy’s projected growth, high quality of past earnings, and valuation discounts to both local peers and the broader European industry. See our full analysis...

As European markets continue to show resilience with gains across major indices, investors are keenly observing the improved business activity and consumer confidence in the region. In this environment, identifying undervalued stocks can provide potential opportunities for those looking to capitalize on discrepancies between a company's intrinsic value and its current market price.

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by U.S.-China trade tensions, fluctuating oil prices, and evolving inflation dynamics, investors are increasingly seeking stability through dividend stocks. With major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite showing positive trends despite economic uncertainties, selecting dividend-paying stocks can offer a blend of income and potential growth in this complex market environment.

AutoStore Holdings' (OB:AUTO) stock is up by a considerable 27% over the past three months. Given that stock prices are...

Even though Yara International ASA's ( OB:YAR ) recent earnings release was robust, the market didn't seem to notice...

Magnora (OB:MGN) remains in the red, but has managed to shrink its losses by an impressive 48.1% per year over the past five years. Looking ahead, analysts expect the company to become profitable within the next three years, with forecasts pointing to explosive earnings growth of 58.93% per year and revenue climbing 42.1% annually. This rate far outpaces the Norwegian market's 2.4% average. For investors, this puts the spotlight on Magnora’s rapid transformation, with robust growth prospects...

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...

Medistim (OB:MEDI) reported ongoing momentum in both revenue and earnings, with annual earnings growth forecast at 8.55% and revenue anticipated to rise by 7.5% per year. Net profit margins were up to 20.9%, compared to 19.6% a year ago, and recent earnings growth hit 25.7%, comfortably above the five-year average of 10% per year. Investors are likely to see these results as signs of operational strength, even as share price stability has been lacking over the past three months and valuation...

There wouldn't be many who think Byggma ASA's ( OB:BMA ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.4x is worth a mention...

As European markets navigate a mixed landscape, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index slightly up and major indexes showing varied performances, investors are closely watching growth companies that demonstrate resilience and potential amidst economic fluctuations. In this context, stocks with high insider ownership can be particularly attractive as they often signal strong alignment between management and shareholder interests, which is crucial during periods of expected earnings growth.

Storebrand (OB:STB) reported net profit margins of 9.8%, up from 6.5% last year, and posted a 1.5% uptick in earnings growth for the year. The company’s strong revenue outlook, with a projected 7.9% annual growth pace that easily outpaces the wider Norwegian market’s 2.6%, and its high-quality earnings, put the focus on ongoing growth momentum. Investors are watching whether Storebrand’s relative undervaluation on a price-to-earnings basis and profit expansion can outweigh concerns about the...

Okeanis Eco Tankers (OB:OET) has seen solid share price gains over the past three months. Investors have been watching its steady performance and returns, even as shipping industry dynamics continue to evolve. See our latest analysis for Okeanis Eco Tankers. Okeanis Eco Tankers’ share price has climbed steadily this year, notching a 24.55% year-to-date gain and an impressive 25.56% rise over the past 90 days. While its one-year total shareholder return is flat, the standout story is the...

Norwegian Air Shuttle (OB:NAS) delivered robust growth in recent years, with revenue forecast to rise 6.7% annually and earnings having grown by an impressive 78.8% per year over the last five years. However, the outlook is more muted as current earnings are projected to expand by just 0.4% per year, which is well below the Norwegian market’s 13.7% expectation. Net profit margins narrowed to 4.9% from 5.5% a year ago. Despite these softer forward numbers, the company’s sustained profit growth...

Vår Energi (OB:VAR) maintained a net profit margin of 7.8%, unchanged from last year, with annual earnings growth over the past year at just 0.8%. This is notably lower than its five-year average of 24.2% per year. Looking ahead, the company forecasts earnings and revenue to grow at 4.5% per year, and its share price of NOK 32.9 currently sits below an estimated fair value. These results come as the company cements its return to profitability over the five-year period, though investors are...

Scatec announced that its subsidiary Release has signed lease agreements for 64 MW of solar power and 10 MWh of battery storage projects in Liberia and Sierra Leone, backed by a US$100 million loan and a US$65 million guarantee facility from the World Bank's IFC. These are the first projects using Release’s new in-house solar panel mounting structure and reflect ongoing efforts to offer affordable, clean energy with reduced financial risk to African utilities. We will examine how IFC's...

Yara International (OB:YAR) posted a net profit margin of 4.8%, up from 1.8% last year, and delivered an earnings growth of 166.5% over the past year, reversing its prior five-year average annual decline of 13%. Looking ahead, analysts project revenue growth of 1.5% and earnings growth of 2.6% per year, trailing the broader Norwegian market. With shares currently trading below fair value, expanding profit margins and a valuation discount compared to industry peers are key themes for...