DSX Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
DSX - Diana Shipping, Inc.
$2.32
0.03 (1.31%)
▲
5d:
+5.94%
30d:
+35.67%
90d:
+35.67%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 24, 2026
21d
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: DSX is 8.9% above fair value ($2.13). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
📊 HOLD - EXTENDED: DSX is 8.9% above fair value ($2.13). Fundamentals are solid but entry is stretched. Hold existing positions; wait for pullback to add new shares.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$2.58
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$1.60
Trading above fair value
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 4.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: DSX is currently trading at $2.32, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $1.70 to $2.13. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 5.8) compared to its historical average (4.6). At these levels, the market is pricing in 7.8% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DSX is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $1.96, while resistance sits at $2.39.
Market Sentiment: DSX has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $2.90 (+25.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, DSX is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $1.96, while resistance sits at $2.39.
Market Sentiment: DSX has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $2.90 (+25.0%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Fair Price Range
$1.70 -
$2.13
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
56.2%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+8.9% above fair value)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 25.0% below Wall St target ($2.90)
- NEUTRAL: Trading at premium valuation - market expects 7.8% growth which is achievable
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$1.70 -
$2.13
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$1.96
Resistance Level
$2.39
Current Trend
Uptrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
5.80
Wall Street Target
$2.90
(+25.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
79.1%
Profit Margin
9.4%
Valuation Premium vs History
+7.8% premium
PE vs Historical
5.8 vs 4.6
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+7.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$2.50
(+8%)
2-Year Target
$2.70
(+16%)
3-Year Target
$2.91
(+25%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 6→5)
PE COMPRESSION
$2.31
(-1%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
📈
Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (15x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (6x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.83 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.12
Bull Case
$3.92
(+69%)
Analyst growth 100.0%, PE expands to 16.3
Base Case
$3.56
(+53%)
Market implied 100.0%, PE stable at 14.8
Bear Case
$1.21
(-48%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.6
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Last updated: February 02, 2026 12:07 AM ET
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