One company boasts high net margins with a modern LNG fleet, while the other commands vast U.S. midstream assets, see how their financials and risks stack up.
Flex LNG (NYSE:FLNG) reported first-quarter 2026 net income of $19.5 million, or $0.36 per share, as management said scheduled drydockings and a softer early-quarter spot market weighed on results but improving LNG carrier rates and new contract coverage supported an upgraded full-year outlook.
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As of April 7, 2026, the global economy stands at a precarious crossroads. For nearly five weeks, the Strait of Hormuz—the world’s most critical maritime energy artery—has been effectively paralyzed by a de facto blockade orchestrated by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). With the transit
The world’s most critical maritime chokepoint, the Strait of Hormuz, remains effectively paralyzed today, April 2, 2026, as a military standoff between a U.S.-led coalition and Iran enters its second month. With over 20 million barrels of oil and 20% of global liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies
The downside risk to equities in the current market climate can be mitigated by buying stocks positioned to do well from a sustained closure of the Strait, and potential damage to energy infrastructure in the region.
The global energy landscape has been pushed to the brink of collapse this month as Brent crude oil prices soared to $106.85 per barrel, marking a staggering 45% gain in just thirty days. The catalyst for this historic price shock is a total blockade of the Strait of Hormuz
PIRAEUS, GREECE – October 3, 2025 – Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (NASDAQ: SBLK), a leading global dry bulk shipping company, today announced a significant addition to its leadership, appointing Mikkel Storm Weum to its Board of Directors as a Class B director. This strategic move, effective immediately, is poised to inject fresh
PIRAEUS, GREECE – October 3, 2025 – Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (NASDAQ: SBLK), a leading global dry bulk shipping company, today announced the appointment of Mikkel Storm Weum to its Board of Directors as a Class B director. This strategic addition, effective immediately, introduces a seasoned professional with extensive experience in maritime
Jenny Harrington picks FLEX LNG as final trade with 10% year-to-date gain, 12% dividend yield and 13 times earnings. Stephanie Link chooses Palo Alto Networks. Joshua Brown goes for Apple's $100 billion commitment to U.S. manufacturing.
Declared an ordinary dividend of $0.75 per share for the quarter, resulting in a trailing twelve-month yield of 12%, supported by $410 million in cash at the end of Q1 2025.
