• Earnings Per Share (EPS) of $0.016, beating the estimated $0.015.
• Net income of $4.5 million, a significant improvement from a net loss of $2.8 million in the previous year.
• Revenue reached $54.7 million, surpassing estimates and demonstrating resilience despite a slight year-over-year decrease.

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) is a global shipping company headquartered in Athens, Greece. It specializes in the ownership and operation of dry bulk vessels, which transport commodities like coal, iron ore, and grain. DSX competes with other shipping companies in the industry, striving to maintain profitability and growth amidst fluctuating market conditions.

On July 30, 2025, DSX reported earnings per share (EPS) of $0.016, surpassing the estimated $0.015. This positive performance is part of a broader financial improvement for the company. For the second quarter of 2025, DSX achieved a net income of $4.5 million, a significant turnaround from a net loss of $2.8 million in the same period of 2024.

The company's revenue for the second quarter of 2025 was $54.7 million, exceeding the estimated $52.6 million. This revenue, however, was slightly down from $56 million in the second quarter of 2024. The decrease was due to reduced ownership days, although higher average charter rates helped offset this decline.

DSX declared a cash dividend of $0.01 per common share for the second quarter of 2025, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders. The company's financial metrics, such as a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 12.76 and a price-to-sales ratio of 0.82, indicate a relatively stable market valuation.

The enterprise value to sales ratio stands at 2.75, while the enterprise value to operating cash flow ratio is notably high at 56.34. DSX's earnings yield is approximately 7.83%, and its debt-to-equity ratio is 1.29, highlighting the company's financial leverage and ability to manage debt effectively.