Balance Sheet StrengthA high equity ratio and low leverage reduce refinancing and solvency risk in shipping's capital-intensive environment. This durable financial strength gives flexibility for dry-dockings, opportunistic vessel purchases, and weathering charter-rate downturns without forcing distress asset sales.

Improving Free Cash FlowA recovery to positive free cash flow indicates the business is generating internal funds to cover capex and working capital. Sustainable cash generation supports reinvestment, dividend capacity and reduces dependence on external financing through shipping cycles, strengthening long-term resilience.

Integrated Fleet Ownership And Ship-managementVertical integration of asset ownership and recurring ship-management services provides diversified, fee-based revenue alongside charter income. This business mix can smooth earnings over cycles, capture more margin per vessel, and deepen client relationships, supporting durable cash flows.

Bears Say

Recent Revenue DeclineA near-term revenue contraction of ~19% signals exposure to weaker charter markets or lower utilization. If sustained, declining top-line pressures margin coverage and limits reinvestment, making revenue recovery and multi-period growth planning more uncertain over the medium term.

Volatile Operating ProfitabilityA reported zero EBIT suggests recent operational strain or offsetting non-operating items. Low or volatile operating profits undermine the company's ability to consistently fund maintenance capex and dividends from operations and increase reliance on asset sales or one-offs to meet earnings targets.

Earnings Tied To Cyclical Asset GainsReliance on performance-related asset sales and charter-rate cycles introduces structural earnings volatility. Even with recurring management fees, material swings from vessel disposals or charter resets can distort profitability and complicate long-term cash flow predictability and planning.

ERAG FAQ

What was Ernst Russ AG’s price range in the past 12 months?

Ernst Russ AG lowest stock price was €4.95 and its highest was €8.10 in the past 12 months.

What is Ernst Russ AG’s market cap?

Ernst Russ AG’s market cap is €241.89M.

When is Ernst Russ AG’s upcoming earnings report date?

Ernst Russ AG’s upcoming earnings report date is Mar 25, 2026 which is in 8 days.

How were Ernst Russ AG’s earnings last quarter?

Ernst Russ AG released its earnings results on Nov 11, 2025. The company reported €0.47 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.22 by €0.25.

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 €0.2 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.87%. 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 €0.47 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.22. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.286%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Ernst Russ AG?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:ERAG

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Ernst Russ AG Stock Smart Score

Outperform

Technicals

Fundamentals

Return on Equity

28.58%

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Asset Growth

-3.06%

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Company Description

Ernst Russ AG

Ernst Russ AG is a publicly owned investment manager. It invest in shipping, alternative investments, real estate, private equity and renewable energy. Within ship participation, the firm invests in part-owning ships and funds for ship participation and dormant investments with conversion options. In property investment funds, it seeks to invest in closed ended property investment funds. Within private equity the firm seeks to invest in private equity and venture capital funds. It also invests in real estate investments. Ernst Russ AG formerly known as HCI Capital AG. Ernst Russ AG was founded in 1985 and is based in Hamburg, Germany.