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C3is Inc. (CISS)
NASDAQ:CISS
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C3is Inc. (CISS) Price & Analysis

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CISS Stock Chart & Stats

$0.19
-$0.11(-7.59%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$0.19
-$0.11(-7.59%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Very Low Leverage / Strong Balance SheetNear-zero debt and materially growing shareholders' equity provide durable financial flexibility. This reduces default and interest-rate risk, lets management withstand dry-bulk cycle troughs, and supports opportunistic financing or vessel acquisitions without immediate refinancing pressure.
Improved Cash Generation And Strong Cash BalanceConsistent positive operating and free cash flow in the trailing twelve months underpins ongoing vessel operating needs and CapEx servicing. Higher cash balances also support working capital, reduce short-term funding reliance, and improve resilience to freight-rate volatility over months.
Fleet Expansion And High UtilizationAdding product tankers and steady 85% utilization diversify revenue between dry-bulk and product tanker markets, raising structural revenue sources. A larger, partly diversified fleet boosts commercial optionality and long-term chartering flexibility across spot and time-charter markets.
Bears Say
Large Near-term CapEx ObligationA $39.7M payment within roughly a year is a substantial cash drain relative to current cash balances. It creates a structural financing need that could force equity issuance, asset sales, or higher-cost borrowing, affecting capital allocation and potential dilution for shareholders.
Industry Cyclicality And Fleet Supply RisksStructural fleet growth and an uneven age profile among peers mean freight rates can be pressured as capacity expands and trade patterns shift. Persistent cyclicality raises probability of revenue and margin swings, requiring constant cost discipline and reserve planning.
Dependence On Equity Financing And Complex Capital StructureActive use of large ATM facilities, recent reverse splits and outstanding warrants/preferred securities indicate reliance on equity to fund growth. Over time this can dilute existing holders, signal limited debt capacity, and constrain shareholder returns if repeated to meet CapEx or liquidity needs.

C3is Inc. News

CISS FAQ

What was C3is Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
C3is Inc. lowest stock price was $2.36 and its highest was $831.66 in the past 12 months.
    What is C3is Inc.’s market cap?
    C3is Inc.’s market cap is $1.67M.
      When is C3is Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      C3is Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 28, 2026 which is in 99 days.
        How were C3is Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
        C3is Inc. released its earnings results on May 18, 2026. The company reported -$1.326 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -$1.326.
          Is C3is Inc. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts C3is Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does C3is Inc. pay dividends?
            C3is Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
            What is C3is Inc.’s EPS estimate?
            C3is Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does C3is Inc. have?
            C3is Inc. has 528,305 shares outstanding.
              What happened to C3is Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              C3is Inc. reported an EPS of -$1.326 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 3.934%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of C3is Inc.?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CISS
                What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                  Company Description

                  C3is Inc.

                  C3is Inc. offers international seaborne transportation services. The company provides its services to dry bulk charterers, including national and private industrial users, commodity producers and traders, oil producers, refineries, and commodities traders and producers. It owns and operates three drybulk carriers, which transport major bulks, such as iron ore, coal, and grains, as well as minor bulks comprising bauxite, phosphate, and fertilizers; and one Aframax crude oil tanker that transports crude oil. The company was founded in 2021 and is based in Athens, Greece.

                  C3is Inc. (CISS) Earnings & Revenues

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                  CISS Earnings Call

                  Q1 2026
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                  Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                  The call highlighted strong operational and financial improvements: sharply higher adjusted net income (+358%), materially higher adjusted EBITDA (+~130%), increased voyage revenues (+34%), a strengthened cash position (+82%), substantial TCE rate gains, and fleet expansion with the addition of two product tankers. Offsetting items include a noncash warrant fair value loss, a significant upcoming $39.7M CapEx obligation for the new tankers, geopolitical disruptions increasing market volatility and bunker-cost risk, and industry supply/aging fleet considerations. Overall, the positive operational and financial momentum and improved balance sheet position outweigh the listed risks and one-off noncash items.View all CISS earnings summaries
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