Genco Shipping & Trading Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
Genco Shipping & Trading's CEO is John Wobensmith, appointed in Dec 2014, has a tenure of 11.5 years. total yearly compensation is $3.97M, comprised of 18.3% salary and 81.7% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 1.3% of the company’s shares, worth $13.31M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 7.3 years and 7.2 years respectively.
Key information
John Wobensmith
Chief executive officer
US$4.0m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 18.28% |
| CEO tenure | 11.5yrs |
| CEO ownership | 1.3% |
| Management average tenure | 7.3yrs |
| Board average tenure | 7.2yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • 7h
Genco Shipping: A Hidden Gem Caught Between A Board And An Activist
Summary Genco Shipping presents a rare, asymmetric opportunity as activist Diana Shipping escalates pressure for control following a failed but consequential June 18 board vote. GNK trades at a steep forward EV/EBITDA discount of 6.4x, 47% below sector median, with ultra-low debt providing a robust safety floor for patient investors. Diana lost the June 18 vote but raised its offer to $27.34 per share beforehand and kept pressuring the board afterward, signaling urgency rather than retreat. Genco's board shortened its poison pill to 12 months and is now reviewing Diana's latest offer, signaling openness to a future deal. The expected post-vote correction never materialized, suggesting the window to enter at a meaningful discount may be narrower than originally expected. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jun 18
GNK: Hostile Bid Rejection And Buyout Premium Gap May Drive Future Upside
Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for Genco Shipping & Trading at $29.25. The latest price target update reflects slightly lower growth assumptions and a modestly improved margin outlook following recent research commentary on the stock.Narrative Update • Jun 03
GNK: Hostile Bid Rejection And Strong Dividend Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on Genco Shipping & Trading by $1.63 to $29.25, reflecting updated views on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples following recent Street research. What's in the News Diana Shipping launched an unsolicited, fully financed all cash tender offer for all Genco Shipping & Trading shares at US$23.50 per share, later raising it to US$24.80 per share, and commenced a proxy campaign to elect six independent directors to Genco’s board ahead of the June 18, 2026 annual meeting.
Narrative Update • May 16
GNK: Future Upside Will Hinge On Activism Outcome And Narrowed Risk Reward
Analysts have increased the fair value estimate for Genco Shipping & Trading by $2 to $28, reflecting recent price target changes and updated views on risk, revenue growth, margins, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Genco Shipping & Trading reflects a mix of views on valuation and risk, with some bearish analysts highlighting a more balanced risk and reward profile despite corporate activity around the stock.Narrative Update • May 01
GNK: Neutral Stance Will Reflect Activism Uncertainty And Tightened Risk Reward Profile
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Genco Shipping & Trading by $1 to $26.0. They note that recent share price strength has compressed the risk or reward profile, while they update their assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts point to the recent share price performance as a key reason for more cautious positioning on Genco Shipping & Trading.Narrative Update • Apr 16
GNK: Neutral Outlook Will Balance Activist Pressures And Recent Share Price Strength
Analysts kept their $25.00 price target for Genco Shipping & Trading unchanged, citing a more balanced risk and reward profile after the recent share price gains and a downgrade to Neutral as key reasons for maintaining their view. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts are flagging that recent share price strength has compressed the room for error, which is why the stock is now seen as more balanced rather than clearly attractive.Narrative Update • Mar 31
GNK: Neutral Stance And Activist Pressures Will Shape Near Term Returns
Analysts have lifted their price target on Genco Shipping & Trading to $25 from $20, reflecting updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, even as the stock's recent gains and a downgrade to Neutral point to a more balanced risk/reward profile. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts are signaling a more cautious stance on Genco Shipping & Trading, pointing to a tighter balance between upside potential and downside risk after the stock's strong recent performance and the latest corporate developments.Narrative Update • Mar 17
GNK: Boardroom Contest And Fleet Expansion Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their price target on Genco Shipping & Trading by $1.00 to $27.63, citing an adjusted discount rate, a slightly higher future P/E assumption, and a more balanced risk and reward profile following recent share gains and corporate developments. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary around Genco Shipping & Trading has shifted toward a more balanced stance, with some analysts highlighting tighter upside versus downside potential after the stock's strong share price performance and ongoing corporate activity.Narrative Update • Mar 03
GNK: Neutral Stance And Failed Cash Offer Will Shape Boardroom Battle
Analysts have lifted their price target on Genco Shipping & Trading to $26.63 from $24.10, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. They believe these assumptions better reflect the stock's current risk and reward profile following recent share price gains and a Neutral stance from some research houses.Narrative Update • Feb 17
GNK: Cash Offer And Boardroom Contest Will Shape Near Term Outcome
Analysts kept their Genco Shipping & Trading fair value estimate steady at $24.10 per share, noting a slightly lower discount rate and more conservative revenue growth and profit margin assumptions. They still view Diana Shipping's $20.60 cash offer as attractive and see room for upside toward $22.50.Narrative Update • Feb 03
GNK: Cash Offer Will Set Near Term Path Toward US$22.50
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Genco Shipping & Trading from US$22.90 to US$24.10, citing updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. This follows Diana Shipping's US$20.60 per share cash offer, which they view as attractive but not necessarily definitive.Narrative Update • Jan 20
GNK: Cash Bid Will Frame Upside Potential Toward The US$22.50 Level
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Genco Shipping & Trading to US$22.90 from US$23.30. This reflects updated assumptions on revenue growth, profitability and future P/E following the recent cash offer from Diana Shipping, which they view as attractive and supportive for valuations up to the US$22.50 level.Narrative Update • Jan 05
GNK: Cash Offer And Fair Value Views Will Shape Near Term Returns
Analysts kept their fair value estimate for Genco Shipping & Trading steady at US$20.00 per share. With slightly updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, they point to the recent US$20.60 per share cash offer as a key reference point for near term pricing and note that this aligns with the view that there is room for value up to the US$22.50 level highlighted in recent research.Narrative Update • Dec 20
GNK: Cash Offer And 2026 Dry Bulk Outlook Will Shape Returns
Analysts have raised their price target on Genco Shipping & Trading from approximately $16 to $20 per share, citing a more favorable dry bulk outlook, stronger projected revenue growth and margins, and the support of recent cash buyout interest and new Buy-rated coverage. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has highlighted both the strategic appeal of the cash offer for Genco and the potential for additional upside beyond the current bid level.Narrative Update • Dec 06
GNK: Cash Takeover Bid Will Highlight Dry Bulk Upside Potential
Narrative Update on Genco Shipping & Trading The analyst price target for Genco Shipping & Trading has been raised from approximately $21.42 to $23.30 per share. Analysts cite a supportive cash takeover proposal, expectations for a tighter dry bulk market, and improving growth and margin assumptions that justify a higher fair value multiple.Narrative Update • Nov 21
GNK: Future Dry Bulk Market Tightness Will Drive Performance Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for Genco Shipping & Trading from $20.39 to $21.42, citing the company's positioning to benefit from a projected tighter dry bulk market in the coming years. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research signals increased optimism surrounding Genco Shipping & Trading, with attention given to the company's prospects amid tightening conditions in the dry bulk shipping sector.Analysis Article • Oct 01
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited's (NYSE:GNK) Share Price Matching Investor Opinion
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...Analysis Article • Aug 27
At US$17.07, Is Genco Shipping & Trading Limited (NYSE:GNK) Worth Looking At Closely?
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited ( NYSE:GNK ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a significant share...Analysis Article • Jul 24
Genco Shipping & Trading (NYSE:GNK) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • May 15
Genco Shipping & Trading's (NYSE:GNK) Solid Earnings May Rest On Weak Foundations
The market for Genco Shipping & Trading Limited's ( NYSE:GNK ) stock was strong after it released a healthy earnings...Analysis Article • Apr 05
Is Genco Shipping & Trading (NYSE:GNK) Using Too Much Debt?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Seeking Alpha • Feb 23
Genco Shipping: Take Advantage Of The Seasonal Low
Summary Genco's current stock price offers value, trading at a discount to book value with an over 8% dividend yield despite a recent cut. The Baltic Drybulk Index's seasonal low impacts Genco's revenue and dividend but presents upside potential as spot prices are expected to rise. Genco's strategic capital management, including vessel acquisitions during low BDI periods, demonstrates strong operational foresight and resilience. Trade tariffs pose risks, but Genco's diversified cargo routes and strong balance sheet mitigate potential negative impacts on long-term performance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 11
Genco Shipping: Buy The Pullback For Richer Dividend Yields
Summary The wider correction observed in the dry bulk stocks has been unwarranted indeed, attributed to the still higher spot rates and ongoing supply demand imbalance. The same has been observed in GNK's higher contracted TCE rates, richer adj EBITDA margins, healthier balance sheet, and richer dividend policy. This is on top of the management's similarly promising FQ4'24 guidance, with investors likely looking forward to another rich payout ahead. At the same time, readers must note of the dry bulk sector's relatively low new building order book, with the spot TCE rates likely to remain higher for longer. Combined with the ongoing "fleet growth/ renewal strategy" and the management's ability to "lock in fixed (and highly favorable) rate charters," GNK is a compelling Buy here. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 03
A Dividend Anchor In A Sea Of Volatility: Genco Shipping's Steadfast Strategy
Summary Low leverage and efficient, and a diversified fleet ensures stability in volatile markets. Operational resilience and competent management enables continued dividend payments. Strong dividend policy offers both income stability and growth potential. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Dec 02
Is It Too Late To Consider Buying Genco Shipping & Trading Limited (NYSE:GNK)?
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited ( NYSE:GNK ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price...Analysis Article • Nov 10
Genco Shipping & Trading (NYSE:GNK) Is Paying Out A Larger Dividend Than Last Year
The board of Genco Shipping & Trading Limited ( NYSE:GNK ) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of $0.40...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$17m |
| Dec 31 2025 | US$4m | US$725k | -US$4m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$7m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$15m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$46m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$4m | US$700k | US$76m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$69m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$15m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$3m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$3m | US$700k | -US$13m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$11m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$84m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$120m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$5m | US$685k | US$159m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$221m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$237m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$222m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$3m | US$650k | US$182m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$25m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$53m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$103m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$2m | US$650k | -US$226m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$159m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$152m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$169m |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$2m | US$650k | -US$56m |
Compensation vs Market: John's total compensation ($USD3.97M) is about average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD3.69M).
Compensation vs Earnings: John's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
John Wobensmith (56 yo)
11.5yrs
Tenure
US$3,965,933
Compensation
Mr. John C. Wobensmith, C.F.A., serves as Director at Genco Shipping & Trading Limited since May 29, 2021. He is Chairman of the Board at Genco Shipping & Trading Limited since August 26, 2025. He has been...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO, President | 11.5yrs | US$3.97m | 1.3% $ 13.3m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 3yrs | US$1.78m | 0.15% $ 1.6m | |
| Chief Accounting Officer | 16.2yrs | US$809.66k | 0.088% $ 907.9k | |
| Chief Commercial Officer | 3.2yrs | US$1.84m | 0.23% $ 2.3m |
7.3yrs
Average Tenure
48yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: GNK's management team is seasoned and experienced (7.3 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO, President | 5.1yrs | US$3.97m | 1.3% $ 13.3m | |
| Lead Independent Director | 9.1yrs | US$304.19k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 10.3yrs | US$218.98k | 0.24% $ 2.5m | |
| Independent Director | 10.9yrs | US$223.49k | 0.0017% $ 17.5k | |
| Independent Director | 2.3yrs | US$214.99k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 5.3yrs | US$222.49k | no data |
7.2yrs
Average Tenure
59.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: GNK's board of directors are considered experienced (7.2 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/06/23 11:05 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/23 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Genco Shipping & Trading Limited is covered by 22 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Charles Fratt | Alliance Global Partners |
| Liam Burke | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Gregory Lewis | BTIG |