SBLK (Star Bulk Carriers) Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD): 0.00 (As of Mar. 2018)

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SBLK Star Bulk Carriers Corp SBLK
69 GF Score
Price $26.35
GF Value $18.43
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Star Bulk Carriers Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD)?

Star Bulk Carriers SBLK -0.79% 69 Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00 as of Mar. 2018. GuruFocus rates SBLK with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.43 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review.

Star Bulk Carriers's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) for the annual that ended in Dec. 2025 was 5,112.00 , which lower from pervious year (Dec. 2024)'s result by 1.86%.

The historical rank and industry rank for Star Bulk Carriers's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) or its related term are showing as below:

SBLK's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is not ranked *
in the Transportation industry.
Industry Median:
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Star Bulk Carriers  (NAS:SBLK) Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) Explanation

Vessel operating expenses includes the costs below:
(1) crew wages and travel; (2) management fees; (3) hull and machinery and P&I insurance premiums; (4) stores; (5) lubricants; (6) spare parts; (7) maintenance and repairs; (8) survey and certification; and (9) drydocking. Running costs are calculated as a fixed daily cost.

Star Bulk Carriers Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) Related Terms

Star Bulk Carriers Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Star Bulk Carriers's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) can be seen below:

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* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

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SBLK vs ZIM, DAC, NMM: Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) Comparison

For the Marine Shipping subindustry, Star Bulk Carriers's Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD), along with its competitors' market caps and Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

SBLK
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Star Bulk Carriers Corp SBLK
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) of 0.00 mean?
Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) has a Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) of 0.00 as of Mar. 2018.
Is Star Bulk Carriers' Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) too high?
Star Bulk Carriers' current Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00. Overall, Star Bulk Carriers has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Star Bulk Carriers' Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) compare to ZIM and DAC?
Star Bulk Carriers' Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) of 0.00 can be compared against companies in the Transportation industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) for a Transportation company?
A good Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) depends on the Transportation industry context. However, Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) mean?
A high Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Star Bulk Carriers's current Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Star Bulk Carriers stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.43, compared to a current price of $26.35 — trading 43% above its estimated fair value. The current Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00. Star Bulk Carriers' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) calculated?
Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK), the current Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD) is 0.00 as of Mar. 2018. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Star Bulk Carriers stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $26.35 is trading 43% above its estimated GF Value™ of $18.43. GuruFocus considers Star Bulk Carriers to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SBLK:

  • Average Vessel Operating Expense (USD): 0.00
  • GF Value™: $18.43 vs. price of $26.35 (43% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 9 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SBLK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Star Bulk Carriers Business Description

Other Exchanges 4FAP:Germany
Address c/o Star Bulk Management Inc, 40 Agiou Konstantinou Street, Maroussi, Athens, GRC, 15124
Star Bulk Carriers Corp provides seaborne transportation solutions in the dry bulk sector. The company owns and operates dry bulk carrier vessels, which are used to transport bulk, such as iron ore, coal, grains, bauxite, fertilizers, and steel products. It owns a fleet of vessels that consists of Newcastlemax, Capesize, Post Panamax, Kamsarmax, Panamax, Ultramax, and Supramax. The firm generates the majority of its revenue from Time charters and Voyage charters.
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