Safe Bulkers, Inc. (NYSE: SB) operates 45 vessels. Safe Bulkers Q4 2025 earnings showed improved charter rates. The drybulk shipper earned net revenue of $72.6 million. Also, time charter rates rose 3% year over year. In fact, the fleet grew stronger with new orders. For the official Safe Bulkers Q4 2025 earnings press release, visit investor relations.
Safe Bulkers Q4 2025 Earnings: Market Overview
Safe Bulkers trades on the NYSE. The company holds $162.8 million in cash. Also, it has $219.5 million in undrawn credit. So, total access to funds exceeds $382 million. Furthermore, consolidated debt stands at $548.6 million. As a result, leverage remains at 34%. For real-time data, visit Yahoo Finance SB.
Safe Bulkers Q4 2025 Earnings: Financial Results
Q4 net revenue reached $72.6 million. This rose 2% from $71.5 million last year. Also, TCE rates climbed to $17,050 per day. This beat Q4 2024’s $16,521 rate by 3%. Furthermore, net income was $11.8 million. Adjusted EBITDA hit $37.4 million for the quarter. So, the quarter showed improved results.
Higher charter hires drove the gains. Also, scrubber-fitted vessels earned more. In fact, vessel operating costs rose to $23.5 million. Still, the fleet ran at improved rates. Plus, interest expense dropped to $7.5 million. Lower USD rates helped reduce costs.
2025 Full Year Performance
Full year 2025 net revenue was $275.7 million. This fell 10% from $307.6 million in 2024. Also, net income dropped to $38.6 million. But market volatility drove most of this decline. In fact, geopolitical issues hurt drybulk demand. Still, TCE rates averaged $15,511 per day. The fleet ran 46 vessels on average.
Quarterly Revenue Trend
Safe Bulkers Q4 2025 Earnings: Quarterly Net Revenue (2024-2025)
Fleet Update and Expansion
Safe Bulkers owns 45 vessels today. The average fleet age is 10.4 years. Also, eight new ships are on order. Four will arrive in 2026. So, the fleet keeps growing. Furthermore, 26 vessels got eco-upgrades. These cut fuel use and emissions. In fact, 12 ships meet IMO GHG Phase 3 rules.
The company sold one Capesize ship. The Michalis H sold for $35.2 million. This helps renew the fleet. Also, two new Kamsarmax ships were ordered. They will arrive in 2028 and 2029. So, fleet renewal continues.
TCE Rate and EBITDA Analysis
Safe Bulkers Q4 2025 Earnings: TCE Rate and EBITDA Trends
Chartering Strategy and Revenue Visibility
Safe Bulkers uses mixed chartering. It employs both spot and period charters. As a result, the company captures market upside. Also, period charters give cash flow stability. In fact, contracted revenue reached $177.6 million. This covers 42% of 2026 fleet days. Furthermore, Capesize charters average $24,206 per day.
The fleet transports coal, grain, and iron ore. Major customers use these bulk goods. So, demand stays diverse. Plus, Red Sea risks made routes longer. Still, the company avoided that region. As a result, vessels stayed safe.
Dividend and Shareholder Returns
The Board declared a $0.05 cash dividend. This pays on March 18, 2026. Also, a buyback program started. It covers up to 10 million shares. So, shareholder returns remain a priority. In fact, 91,443 shares were already bought back. The buyback represents 9.8% of shares.
Management Commentary
President Dr. Loukas Barmparis spoke about results. He noted market volatility from geopolitics. Still, the Q4 results showed gains. Also, the capital structure stays flexible. So, the company can invest when needed. Furthermore, the spot-charter balance helps capture gains.
Safe Bulkers Q4 2025 Earnings: Key Takeaways
In summary, Safe Bulkers Q4 2025 earnings beat last year. TCE rates rose 3% to $17,050 per day. Also, net revenue gained 2% year over year. The fleet keeps growing with eight ships on order. Furthermore, cash and credit exceed $382 million. So, the balance sheet stays solid. Looking ahead, fleet renewal will drive gains. For more details, visit Safe Bulkers Investor Relations. Also follow updates on Safe Bulkers LinkedIn.
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