Core Viewpoint - Safe Bulkers, Inc. reported its unaudited financial results for Q3 and the first nine months of 2025, highlighting a decrease in net revenues and net income compared to the same periods in 2024, while also declaring a cash dividend of $0.05 per share [1][38]. Financial Highlights - Net revenues for Q3 2025 were $73.1 million, a decrease of 4% from $75.9 million in Q3 2024 [2]. - Net income for Q3 2025 was $17.8 million, down from $25.1 million in Q3 2024 [2]. - Adjusted net income for Q3 2025 was $13.9 million, compared to $19.0 million in Q3 2024 [2]. - EBITDA for Q3 2025 was $40.1 million, down from $47.4 million in Q3 2024 [2]. - Earnings per share for Q3 2025 were $0.15, compared to $0.22 in Q3 2024 [2]. Average Daily Results - The average time charter equivalent (TCE) rate for Q3 2025 was $15,507, compared to $17,108 in Q3 2024 [3]. - Daily vessel operating expenses for Q3 2025 were $5,104, a decrease from $5,311 in Q3 2024 [3]. - Daily general and administrative expenses increased to $1,762 in Q3 2025 from $1,680 in Q3 2024 [3]. Selected Financial Highlights - Total cash as of Q3 2025 was $123.9 million, down from $135.9 million in Q4 2024 [8]. - Total debt as of Q3 2025 was $516.3 million, compared to $489.8 million in Q3 2024 [8]. - The number of vessels at the end of Q3 2025 was 45, consistent with Q3 2024 [8]. Management Commentary - The President of the Company noted the impact of geopolitical factors on market volatility and the ongoing fleet renewal strategy, including the sale of older vessels [12]. - The Company is focused on aligning its financing with sustainability goals through a new $75 million sustainability-linked credit facility [14]. Fleet Update - As of November 21, 2025, the fleet consisted of 45 vessels with an average age of 10.3 years [18]. - The Company has an orderbook of six newbuilds, including two methanol dual-fueled vessels scheduled for delivery in 2026 and 2027 [19]. Vessel Sales - The Company sold two Kamsarmax class vessels in 2025 for gross sale prices of $12.5 million and $11.5 million, respectively, as part of its fleet renewal strategy [20][21]. Chartering Strategy - The Company employs its vessels under both period time charters and spot time charters, with a focus on maintaining flexibility in low charter market conditions [22]. - As of November 21, 2025, the Company had contracted revenue of approximately $153.5 million from its charter contracts [23]. Debt and Liquidity - As of September 30, 2025, the Company had a consolidated debt of $525.0 million and a consolidated leverage of approximately 35% [26]. - The Company had $123.9 million in cash and $266.5 million in undrawn borrowing capacity as of September 30, 2025 [32]. Dividend Policy - The Board declared a cash dividend of $0.05 per share, payable on December 19, 2025 [38].