Safe Bulkers Inc (SB)
NYSE:SB
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SB Stock Chart & Stats
$5.37
<$0.01(0.15%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$5.37
<$0.01(0.15%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$3.56 - $7.38
Previous CloseN/A
Volume124.55K
Average Volume (3M)606.24K
Market Cap
$696.29M
Enterprise Value$1.06B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$153.15M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$540.14M
Price to Earnings (P/E)17.5
Beta1.02
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS Estimate
0.21Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.16%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.29
Shares Outstanding102,244,780
10 Day Avg. Volume639,360
30 Day Avg. Volume606,242
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.20
Price to Book (P/B)0.60
Price to Sales (P/S)1.80
P/FCF Ratio8.24
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.52
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.84
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit10.70
Enterprise Value/Ebitda8.01
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)0.81
Revenue Forecast (FY)$306.50M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Fleet Renewal & Eco-efficient NewbuildsA planned orderbook of modern, IMO-compliant Kamsarmax and Capesize vessels and methanol-capable units materially reduces regulatory and fuel-cost risk, improves charterer appeal and futureproofs capacity. This supports sustainable operating margins and long-term competitiveness.
Manageable LeverageImproved leverage versus earlier cycles indicates stronger balance-sheet resilience, giving the company financing flexibility to fund newbuilds, absorb freight downturns and pursue strategic leases without acute refinancing risk, supporting multi‑quarter operational stability.
Consistent Operating Cash FlowReliable operating cash generation that covers reported earnings underpins liquidity for capex, debt servicing and preferred dividends. While free cash flow is lumpy, steady OCF provides a durable base for investment and deleveraging through freight cycles.
Bears Say
Cyclical Revenue And Volatile FCFSubstantial revenue swings and inconsistent free cash flow reflect exposure to dry-bulk freight cycles, making earnings, reinvestment and dividend planning unpredictable over 2–6 months. This cyclical cash profile raises the risk of constrained investment or balance-sheet stress in downturns.
Deteriorating Profitability / ReturnsA sharp drop in ROE and compressed margins indicate weakened earnings power on the existing capital base, limiting long-term shareholder return prospects. Even with manageable leverage, lower profitability reduces reinvestment capacity and increases reliance on cyclical rate recoveries.
High Owner/control ConcentrationNear-majority insider voting control concentrates strategic decision-making and may prioritize related-party interests or limit minority influence. This governance structure can affect capital allocation, dividend policies and transparency over the medium term.
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SB FAQ
What was Safe Bulkers Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Safe Bulkers Inc lowest stock price was $3.56 and its highest was $7.38 in the past 12 months.
What is Safe Bulkers Inc’s market cap?
Safe Bulkers Inc’s market cap is $696.29M.
When is Safe Bulkers Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Safe Bulkers Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 42 days.
How were Safe Bulkers Inc’s earnings last quarter?
Safe Bulkers Inc released its earnings results on May 05, 2026. The company reported $0.105 earnings per share for the quarter, the consensus estimate of $0.105 by $0.
Is Safe Bulkers Inc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Safe Bulkers Inc’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Safe Bulkers Inc pay dividends?
Safe Bulkers Inc pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.05 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.16%. See more information on Safe Bulkers Inc dividends here
What is Safe Bulkers Inc’s EPS estimate?
Safe Bulkers Inc’s EPS estimate is 0.21.
How many shares outstanding does Safe Bulkers Inc have?
Safe Bulkers Inc has 102,244,780 shares outstanding.
What happened to Safe Bulkers Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Safe Bulkers Inc reported an EPS of $0.105 in its last earnings report, expectations of $0.105. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 5.961%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Safe Bulkers Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SB
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Safe Bulkers Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Neutral
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Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.1%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.1%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
80.73%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
4.68%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
<0.01%
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Company Description
Safe Bulkers Inc
Safe Bulkers, Inc., along with its affiliated entities, specializes in the ocean-going transportation of dry bulk commodities. The company maintains and operates a fleet of dry bulk carriers, primarily utilized for shipping essential bulk cargoes such as coal, grain, and iron ore. As of March 18, 2022, Safe Bulkers possessed 40 dry bulk vessels, which collectively offered a carrying capacity of 3,925,500 deadweight tons and had an average age of 10.4 years. This fleet was comprised of 12 Panamax, 7 Kamsarmax, 15 Post-Panamax, and 6 Capesize class ships. Safe Bulkers, Inc. was established in 2007 and is headquartered in Monaco.
SB Company Deck
SB Earnings Call
Q4 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mixed picture: operationally and strategically the company emphasized strong liquidity, disciplined free cash flow generation (17 consecutive quarters), a competitive, predominantly Japanese-built fleet and meaningful contracted revenue backlog. However, near-term operating profitability showed modest deterioration (adjusted EBITDA down ~8.1%, EPS down ~6.7%), vessel operating costs rose materially (~13% YoY), and the top-line freight environment faces macro and China-related downside risks, shipyard timing constraints and fuel transition uncertainty. On balance, the company appears financially resilient with positive structural positioning, but short-term earnings and cost pressures along with market uncertainty temper the outlook.View all SB earnings summariesTechnical Analysis
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7.41% Other Institutional Investors
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