Zacks Investment Research·2 days ago
Are Transportation Stocks Lagging Euroseas (ESEA) This Year?Here is how Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) and ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
Euroseas Ltd.(ESEA)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
ESEA•NASDAQ
$68.15
3.5× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutEuroseas Ltd. provides ocean-going transportation services worldwide. The company owns and operates containerships that transport dry and refrigerated containerized cargoes, including manufactured products and perishables. As of May 03, 2022, it had a fleet of 18 vessels, including 10 feeder and 8 intermediate containerships with a cargo capacity of approximately 58,871 twenty-foot equivalent unit (teu). The company was incorporated in 2005 and is based in Marousi, Greece.Show more
- Revenue$228M+7.0%
- EBITDA$159M+8.3%
- Net Income$137M+21.5%
- EPS (Diluted)19.72+21.7%
- Gross Margin63.52%+6.2%
- EBITDA Margin69.58%+1.2%
- Operating Margin57.03%+1.2%
- Net Margin60.11%+13.5%
- ROE33.15%-7.5%
ESEA Price & Volume
Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Modernized Feeder Fleet Drives Structural Margin Resilience
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictPositive
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Strong
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Robust
Primary Risk:Cyclical charter rate volatility
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Euroseas demonstrates a compelling fundamental profile characterized by a robust balance sheet and high cash conversion efficiency, supported by a strategic shift toward a modernized, eco-friendly feeder vessel fleet.
- While the company faces inherent cyclicality in charter rates and potential regulatory-driven capital expenditure requirements, its disciplined debt management and significant liquidity buffers provide a defensive cushion.
- Investors should monitor the sustainability of net margins, which have fluctuated between 42.8% and 70.6% over the last ten quarters, as the company balances fleet renewal with shareholder returns.
Verdict Logic
the stock trades at a conservative P/E TTM of 3.36, suggesting that the market may be undervaluing the company's modernized asset base and strong cash-generating capabilities.
ESEA Growth Metrics
Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years19.72%
5 Years33.72%
3 Years7.64%
TTM2.17%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years102.31%
3 Years8.84%
TTM2.22%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years10.09%
TTM2.21%
Return on Capital
10 Years17.13%
5 Years33.82%
3 Years28.74%
Last Year21.75%
ESEA Recent Earnings
Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 7/12 qtrs (58%)●Beat Revenue 7/12 qtrs (58%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 21, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$4.70+9.6%
$4.29
Rev
$56M-1.4%
$57M
Q1 2026
Feb 25, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$4.48+0.2%
$4.47
Rev
$57M-0.7%
$58M
Q4 2025
Nov 18, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$4.23-3.9%
$4.40
Rev
$57M-1.6%
$58M
Q3 2025
Jun 18, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$3.76+12.2%
$3.35
Rev
$56M+4.7%
$54M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 21, 2026 | $4.70vs $4.29+9.6% | $56Mvs $57M-1.4% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 25, 2026 | $4.48vs $4.47+0.2% | $57Mvs $58M-0.7% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 18, 2025 | $4.23vs $4.40-3.9% | $57Mvs $58M-1.6% |
| Q3 2025 | Jun 18, 2025 | $3.76vs $3.35+12.2% | $56Mvs $54M+4.7% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest ESEA News
Recent stock market news and headlines for Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA)
Zacks Investment Research·2 days ago
Best Value Stocks to Buy for July 6thESEA, OPFI and CION made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on July 6, 2026.
Zacks Investment Research·2 days ago
Best Income Stocks to Buy for July 6thCION, ESEA and CZFS made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on July 6, 2026.
Zacks Investment Research·Jul 1, 2026
Are Investors Undervaluing Euroseas (ESEA) Right Now?Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
GlobeNewsWire·Jun 23, 2026
Euroseas Ltd. Announces Annual Meeting of ShareholdersATHENS, Greece, June 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euroseas Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESEA, the “Company” or “Euroseas”), an owner and operator of container carrier vessels and provider of seaborne transportation for containerized cargoes, announced today that its Board of Directors has called an annual meeting of the shareholders (“Annual Meeting”) to be held on July 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the offices of Seward & Kissel LLP, located at 1901 L Street, NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20036.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $68.15 | $480.86M | 3.46 | 7.03% | 60.11% | 33.15% | 4% | |
| $14.51 | $1.75B | 5.07 | -57.87% | 40.59% | 16.23% | — | |
| $38.96 | $1.4B | 3.42 | 8.63% | 50.23% | 21.99% | — | |
| $266.33 | $77.75B | 20.07 | -4.44% | 3.41% | 19.57% | — | |
| $124.90 | $2.27B | 4.67 | 2.8% | 49.85% | 13.85% | — | |
| $23.92 | $2.88B | 6.01 | -18.07% | 1.56% | 2.48% | — |
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ESEA Frequently Asked Questions
Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Euroseas Ltd.'s revenue?
Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) reported $227.4M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 1429% increase from $14.9M in 2002.
How fast is Euroseas Ltd. growing?
Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) grew revenue by 7.0% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Is ESEA profitable?
Yes, Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) is profitable, generating $132.6M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (60.1% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does ESEA pay dividends?
Yes, Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) pays a dividend with a yield of 4.00%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is ESEA's return on equity?
Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) has a return on equity (ROE) of 33.1%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
What is Euroseas Ltd.'s free cash flow?
Euroseas Ltd. (ESEA) generated $108.2M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.