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Ernst Russ AG (DE:ERAG)
XETRA:ERAG
Germany Market
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Ernst Russ AG (ERAG) Price & Analysis

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ERAG Stock Chart & Stats

€7.12
€0.08(1.33%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€7.12
€0.08(1.33%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Conservative Balance Sheet / Very Low LeverageNear-zero leverage provides durable financial resilience for a shipping operator exposed to cyclical markets. A de-risked capital structure increases flexibility to fund dry-docking, opportunistic vessel purchases, cover downturns, and sustain shareholder distributions without forced asset sales.
High Recent Profitability And Elevated MarginsSustained high margins and improving net income indicate the business can extract outsized returns from shipping assets when market conditions allow. Strong profitability supports reinvestment, dividend capacity, and rebuilds equity, making earnings more durable through cycles when combined with prudent capital structure.
Consistently Positive Operating Cash GenerationStable positive operating cash flow underpins the quality of reported earnings and funds ongoing technical and commercial ship management needs. Over 2–6 months this steady cash generation supports working capital, maintenance cycles and predictable service delivery despite asset-sale timing variability.
Bears Say
Revenue Volatility And Shipping CyclicalityRevenue swings reflect structural cyclicality in freight rates and charter demand, making top-line predictability weak. For an asset-heavy manager, uneven revenue translates into lumpy earnings, planning challenges for fleet utilization and risk that capital decisions may be mistimed across cycles.
Free Cash Flow Variability And Weak 2025 Cash ConversionLarge divergence between net income and free cash flow indicates earnings can be driven by non-cash items or timing of disposals. Persistent weak cash conversion would constrain dividends, capex funding and opportunistic investments, reducing the practical benefit of strong reported profitability.
Historically Cyclical Leverage RiskPast episodes of high leverage show the balance sheet can re-lever during expansions or be pressured in downturns. This history means current low-debt status may not be permanent; adverse shipping shocks could force higher borrowing or asset sales, increasing downside risk over a multi-month horizon.

ERAG FAQ

What was Ernst Russ AG’s price range in the past 12 months?
Ernst Russ AG lowest stock price was €6.42 and its highest was €9.40 in the past 12 months.
    What is Ernst Russ AG’s market cap?
    Ernst Russ AG’s market cap is €260.76M.
      When is Ernst Russ AG’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Ernst Russ AG’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 25, 2026 which is in 36 days.
        How were Ernst Russ AG’s earnings last quarter?
        Ernst Russ AG released its earnings results on May 28, 2026. The company reported €0.33 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.289 by €0.041.
          Is Ernst Russ AG overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Ernst Russ AG’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Ernst Russ AG pay dividends?
            Ernst Russ AG pays a Annually dividend of €0.25 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.26%. See more information on Ernst Russ AG dividends here
              What is Ernst Russ AG’s EPS estimate?
              Ernst Russ AG’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Ernst Russ AG have?
              Ernst Russ AG has 33,689,312 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Ernst Russ AG’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Ernst Russ AG reported an EPS of €0.33 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.289. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.892%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Ernst Russ AG?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:ERAG
                  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

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                    Company Description

                    Ernst Russ AG

                    Ernst Russ AG is a publicly listed asset manager that strategically allocates capital across a diverse range of investment classes. Its primary areas of focus include maritime shipping, various alternative investments, real estate, private equity, and renewable energy projects. Within its maritime portfolio, the firm engages in fractional ownership of vessels, invests in dedicated ship participation funds, and holds dormant investments that carry conversion options. For its real estate endeavors, Ernst Russ AG primarily targets closed-ended property investment funds, in addition to making broader direct real estate investments. In the private equity sector, it channels capital into both private equity and venture capital funds. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, Ernst Russ AG was formerly known as HCI Capital AG.

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