The latest move in the ongoing trade war between U.S. and China saw the Trump administration announce that the U.S. would be withdrawing from the Universal Postal Union, a 144-year-old-treaty among 192 nations that helps set international postage rates.
The trading community considered this move as a bullish decision for international shipping rates. The result? Shipping stocks soared high on Monday and also helped garner a heavy dose of investor’s interest in overseas shipping stocks.
Top Ships Inc. (TOPS, $1.97) was the most notable runner amongst all the shipping stocks, as it recorded a +56% gain. Diana Containerships Inc (DCIX, $1.57), Sino-Global Shipping America, Ltd. (SINO, $1.26) and Globus Maritime Ltd (GLBS, $6.05) were some of the other top gainers, rising by +23.9%, +17.6% and +13.5%, respectively.
With a remarkable run at the onset of the week, traders are waiting to see if the surge in shipping stocks has the legs to carry forward or if the buying binge is just temporary. It's worth keeping an eye on.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for TOPS turned positive on July 10, 2025. Looking at past instances where TOPS's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in of 38 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on July 10, 2025. You may want to consider a long position or call options on TOPS as a result. In of 79 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where TOPS advanced for three days, in of 199 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
The Stochastic Oscillator may be shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 33 cases where TOPS's Stochastic Oscillator exited the overbought zone, the price fell further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
TOPS moved below its 50-day moving average on July 14, 2025 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for TOPS crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on June 30, 2025. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 10 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where TOPS declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
TOPS broke above its upper Bollinger Band on July 11, 2025. This could be a sign that the stock is set to drop as the stock moves back below the upper band and toward the middle band. You may want to consider selling the stock or exploring put options.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (0.447) is normal, around the industry mean (48.641). P/E Ratio (0.363) is within average values for comparable stocks, (16.320). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (0.000) is also within normal values, averaging (2.837). TOPS has a moderately low Dividend Yield (0.000) as compared to the industry average of (0.069). P/S Ratio (0.293) is also within normal values, averaging (3.055).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. TOPS’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating weak sales and an unprofitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. TOPS’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 57, placing this stock worse than average.
The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows
a ship-owning company
Industry OilGasPipelines