Aristides Pittas, Chairman and CEO of Euroseas commented: ATHENS, Greece, June 18, 2025 (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 its results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2025 and declared a common stock dividend. First Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights: Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted net income and Adjusted earnings per share are ...

Core Viewpoint - The Zacks Transportation - Shipping industry is currently facing significant challenges due to high inflation, tariff-related tensions, and ongoing supply-chain disruptions, compounded by geopolitical and environmental issues [1] Industry Overview - The industry is cyclical and primarily involved in the marine transportation of liquefied natural gas and crude oil under long-term, fixed-rate contracts with major energy and utility companies [3] - The shift in the e-commerce landscape due to COVID-19 has led shippers to increasingly rely on third-party logistics providers, indicating a direct correlation between the industry's health and the overall economy [3] Shipping Industry Trends - Supply-chain disruptions and high operational costs continue to negatively impact shipping stocks, with increased costs expected to persist due to ongoing issues like the Red Sea crisis [4][5] - Tariff uncertainties remain a concern, as the shipping industry is likely to experience a demand slowdown until a long-term trade deal is established, leading to potential disruptions in trade routes [6] - Environmental challenges are significant, with the shipping industry being a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. The International Maritime Organization aims for a 20% reduction by 2030, but current disruptions may hinder progress [7] Industry Performance - The Zacks Transportation - Shipping industry ranks 171 within the broader Zacks Transportation sector, placing it in the bottom 30% of 244 Zacks industries, indicating poor near-term prospects [8][9] - The industry's earnings estimates for 2025 have decreased by 26.6% year-over-year, reflecting analyst pessimism regarding earnings growth [10] - Over the past year, the industry has underperformed the S&P 500, declining by 33% compared to the S&P 500's increase of 11.9% [11] Current Valuation - The industry is currently trading at a forward 12-month price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 6.37X, significantly lower than the S&P 500's 21.94X and the sector's 14.09X [14] Investment Opportunities - FLEX LNG Ltd. (FLNG) is highlighted for its strong demand for LNG and commitment to shareholder dividends, with a Zacks Rank of 1 and a projected 8% increase in 2026 earnings [17] - Euroseas Limited (ESEA) benefits from profitable contracts and maintains a time charter equivalent rate exceeding $30,000 per day, currently holding a Zacks Rank of 2 with a 2.1% increase in 2025 earnings estimates [20] - KNOT Offshore Partners (KNOP) specializes in shuttle tankers for crude oil transport and has consistently surpassed earnings estimates, currently holding a Zacks Rank of 2 [23]

Core Viewpoint - Euroseas Ltd. has announced the sale of its vessel M/V Marcos V for $50 million, which is expected to generate a gain of over $8.50 million for the company [1][2]. Company Overview - Euroseas Ltd. operates in the container shipping market and was established on May 5, 2005, under the laws of the Republic of the Marshall Islands [5][6]. - The company is managed by Eurobulk Ltd., which handles the day-to-day commercial and technical management of the vessels [6]. Fleet Profile - Euroseas currently has a fleet of 22 vessels, including 15 feeder containerships and 7 intermediate containerships, with a total cargo capacity of 67,494 teu [7]. - After the sale of M/V Marcos V and the delivery of two new intermediate containerships in 2027, the fleet will consist of 23 vessels with a total capacity of 69,744 teu [7]. Financial Performance - The M/V Marcos V was acquired in Q4 2021 for $40 million and has generated significant returns, realizing more than five times the original equity investment [2]. - The vessel was under a time charter contract at a rate of $42,000 per day for three years, with an option for a fourth year at $15,000 per day, which was exercised [2].