Record Profitability and Revenue Growth
Net income for Q3 2024 was $12.5 million and adjusted EBITDA was $26.8 million, compared to a net loss of $5 million and EBITDA of $9.5 million in Q3 2023. For the first 9 months of 2024, net income reached $36.8 million with an adjusted EBITDA of $78 million, a significant improvement from the previous year's net loss of $8.5 million and EBITDA of $29.1 million.
Strong Dividend and Share Buyback Program
The Board approved a $0.26 per share dividend and continued share buybacks, representing an annualized yield of approximately 11.1%. The total capital return per share for the quarter is approximately $0.30.
Capesize Market Outperformance
Q3 daily time charter equivalent rate of around $26,500 per day outperformed the Baltic Capesize Index by about 7%. The company locked in about 40% of fleet days at favorable rates, maintaining a competitive edge.
Strategic Fleet Expansion
Completed acquisitions of Icon ship and Kaizen ship for $69.3 million and exercised a purchase option for the Newcastlemax Titan ship. Now operating 19 vessels, reinforcing growth strategy with prime assets.
Favorable Market Conditions
Capesize market demand driven by increased cargo flows, Brazilian iron ore exports up 6%, and Guinea bauxite exports surged 17%. Limited vessel additions and low order book support favorable market balance.
Solid Financial Position
Cash reserves of $41.3 million, solid liquidity maintained despite dividends, buybacks, and acquisitions. Outstanding debt at $242.4 million with a net debt to total assets ratio of approximately 38%.