Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE:DSX) Q2 2025 Earnings: EPS Beats Estimates, Revenue Slightly Misses

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE:DSX) Reports Q2 2025 Earnings: EPS Beats Estimates, Revenue Slightly Misses

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE:DSX) released its second-quarter 2025 financial results, showing a notable improvement in profitability compared to the same period last year. The company reported net income of $4.5 million, translating to earnings per share (EPS) of $0.03, surpassing analyst expectations of $0.0202. However, revenue came in at $51.57 million, slightly below the consensus estimate of $52.52 million.

Key Takeaways from the Earnings Report

• EPS Performance: The $0.03 EPS exceeded estimates by roughly 48%, reflecting stronger-than-expected profitability.
• Revenue Shortfall: While revenue grew year-over-year, it missed expectations by about 1.8%, suggesting some pressure on top-line performance.
• Year-over-Year Improvement: The company swung from a net loss of $2.8 million in Q2 2024 to a net income of $4.5 million in Q2 2025. Similarly, EPS improved from a loss of $0.04 to a gain of $0.03.
• Dividend Declaration: Diana Shipping declared a cash dividend of $0.01 per common share for Q2 2025, maintaining its shareholder return policy.

Market Reaction

The stock has seen modest pre-market movement, trading at $3.75, reflecting cautious optimism following the earnings release. Over the past month, shares have gained approximately 9.6%, indicating some positive momentum ahead of the report. The slight revenue miss does not appear to have significantly dampened investor sentiment, likely due to the stronger-than-expected EPS and the company’s return to profitability.

Looking Ahead

Analysts project Q3 2025 revenue at $54.54 million, with EPS estimates at $0.0303. For the full year, sales are expected to reach $211.66 million, with earnings per share estimated at $0.0606. While Diana Shipping did not provide explicit forward guidance in its press release, the current estimates suggest steady, albeit moderate, growth expectations.

For a deeper dive into Diana Shipping’s earnings history and future estimates, visit the earnings and estimates page.

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