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ATHENS, Greece, Aug. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX), (the “Company”), a global shipping company specializing in the ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk vessels, today announced that, through a separate wholly-owned subsidiary, it has extended the time charter contract with Cargill International SA, Geneva, for one of its Panamax dry bulk vessels, the m/v Leto. The gross…

Diana Shipping Inc. is downgraded to Hold as forward earnings visibility remains unclear despite a strong YTD rally. DSX's Q2 revenue missed by $9 million, but technical momentum is robust with shares doubling since April 2025. Termination of the Genco acquisition is viewed positively, preserving balance sheet strength and focus on the core fleet.

Diana Shipping is upgraded from Hold to Buy with a $3.00 fair value after ending its Genco acquisition pursuit. DSX's repricing fleet is now the investment focus, with 2027 potential revenues at $267.9 million and strong charter renewals. The Genco stake remains, valued at $165 million, providing dividend income and now priced at zero by the market.

The decision ends a nearly year-long takeover battle between the two shipping companies.

Following Nine Months of Avoiding Engagement, Genco Board Demands Consideration Valued at Approximately $36.91 Per Share — a 57% Premium to Genco's Undisturbed Share Price at the Time of Diana's Last Offer