What is DSSI's DCF valuation?

Diamond S Shipping Inc (DSSI) DCF Valuation Analysis

Executive Summary

As of May 24, 2025, Diamond S Shipping Inc has a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) derived fair value of $2.94 per share. With the current market price at $9.69, this represents a potential upside of -69.6%.

Key Metrics Value
DCF Fair Value (5-year) $0.53
DCF Fair Value (10-year) $2.94
Potential Upside (5-year) -94.5%
Potential Upside (10-year) -69.6%
Discount Rate (WACC) 5.5% - 14.2%

Financial Performance & Projections

Revenue Trends

Revenue is projected to grow from $596 million in 12-2020 to $331 million by 12-2030, representing a compound annual growth rate of approximately -5.7%.

Fiscal Year Revenue (USD millions) Growth
12-2020 596 3%
12-2021 249 -58%
12-2022 254 2%
12-2023 266 5%
12-2024 271 2%
12-2025 277 2%
12-2026 282 2%
12-2027 298 6%
12-2028 307 3%
12-2029 313 2%
12-2030 331 6%

Profitability Projections

Net profit margin is expected to improve from 4% in 12-2020 to 15% by 12-2030, driven by operational efficiency and economies of scale.

Fiscal Year Net Profit (USD millions) Profit Margin
12-2020 26 4%
12-2021 14 5%
12-2022 19 8%
12-2023 25 10%
12-2024 31 11%
12-2025 37 13%
12-2026 38 14%
12-2027 41 14%
12-2028 44 14%
12-2029 46 15%
12-2030 49 15%

DCF Model Components

1. Capital Expenditures (CapEx)

with a 5-year average of $33 million. Projected CapEx is expected to maintain at approximately 10% of revenue.

2. Depreciation & Amortization

Depreciation is based on an average useful life of 5 years for capital assets.

Fiscal Year D&A (USD millions)
12-2021 12
12-2022 17
12-2023 21
12-2024 23
12-2025 26
12-2026 27

3. Working Capital Requirements

Net working capital is expected to increase gradually, with projected changes affecting free cash flow.

Components Average Days
Days Receivables 44
Days Inventory 27
Days Payables 0

4. Free Cash Flow Projections

Fiscal Year EBITDA Tax CapEx Change in NWC FCF
9M/2021 34 4 19 (12) 24
2022 58 7 25 (4) 29
2023 71 9 27 (2) 37
2024 82 11 27 4 39
2025 92 14 28 (1) 52

DCF Valuation Parameters

Key Assumptions

  • Discount Rate (WACC): WACC / Discount Rate (selected: 5.5% - 14.2%)
  • Long-Term Growth Rate: Long-term Growth Rate (selected: 2.5% - 4.5%)
  • Terminal EV/EBITDA Multiple: 10.9x (based on peer average)

Valuation Summary

Valuation Method Fair Price (USD) Potential Upside
5-Year DCF (Growth) 0.53 -94.5%
10-Year DCF (Growth) 2.94 -69.6%
5-Year DCF (EBITDA) 3.52 -63.7%
10-Year DCF (EBITDA) 5.05 -47.9%

Enterprise Value Breakdown

  • 5-Year Model: $592M
  • 10-Year Model: $690M

Investment Conclusion

Is Diamond S Shipping Inc (DSSI) a buy or a sell? Diamond S Shipping Inc is definitely a sell. Based on our DCF analysis, Diamond S Shipping Inc (DSSI) appears to be overvalued with upside potential of -69.6%. The company's strong projected growth in revenue and profitability, coupled with consistent capital expenditure, supports our positive outlook on its intrinsic value.

Key investment drivers include:

  • Expanding profit margins (from 4% to 15%)
  • Strong free cash flow generation

Investors should consider reducing exposure at the current market price of $9.69.