Global Ship Lease Inc (GSL)vsStar Bulk Carriers Corp (SBLK)
GSL
Global Ship Lease Inc
$45.82
+0.61%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $1.61B
SBLK
Star Bulk Carriers Corp
$31.17
+1.40%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Star Bulk Carriers Corp generates 58% more annual revenue ($1.20B vs $760.76M). GSL leads profitability with a 50.4% profit margin vs 23.9%. GSL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.87. SBLK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
GSL
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
SBLK
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GSL.
Margin of Safety
+84.4%
Fair Value
$154.03
Current Price
$31.17
$122.86 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 48.8%
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.7%
Revenue surging 44.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 388194.0% YoY
Keeps 24 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
2.0% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 5.3%
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GSL
The strongest argument for GSL centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 50.4% and operating margin at 48.8%. PEG of 0.87 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SBLK
The strongest argument for SBLK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.9% and operating margin at 39.7%. Revenue growth of 44.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : GSL
The primary concerns for GSL are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : SBLK
The primary concerns for SBLK are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GSL profiles as a value stock while SBLK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
GSL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.85 — expect wider price swings.
SBLK is growing revenue faster at 44.5% — sustainability is the question.
SBLK generates stronger free cash flow (70M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SBLK scores higher overall (78/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 23.9% margins and 44.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Global Ship Lease Inc
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Global Ship Lease, Inc. owns and leases container ships of various sizes under flat rate freight to container shipping companies. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.
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INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. The company is headquartered in Maroussi, Greece.
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