Is CTRM a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 41.0/100. It is ranked #3,272 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 30/100, Value 75/100, Momentum 26/100. The timing signal is "Bearish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CTRM?

Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 41.0 ranks it #3,272 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CTRM in?

Castor Maritime Inc. operates in the Industrials sector (Transportation industry) with a market cap of $18 million. It is classified as a micro-cap stock.

Does CTRM pay a dividend?

CTRM does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is CTRM's P/E ratio?

CTRM has a trailing P/E ratio of 0.50x. The Industrials sector average is 28.3x. This below-average P/E may indicate the stock is undervalued.

How profitable is CTRM?

CTRM's quality factor score is 30/100. Gross margin: 98.3%. ROE: 12.4% vs sector average 8.9%. High margins suggest pricing power and competitive moats.

How is CTRM valued compared to peers?

CTRM's value factor score is 75/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 0.5x, EV/EBITDA 0.3x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is CTRM's debt level?

CTRM's debt-to-equity ratio is 21%. Sector average: 70%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

CTRM has a beta of 0.75, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 53/100.

Does CTRM have high short interest?

CTRM's short interest factor score is 64/100 (higher = less short selling). Moderate short interest.

CTRM Stock Analysis: Top Micro-Cap Reduce (Score 41.0/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
CTRM	0.00%	-4.40%	-21.97%	-15.94%	-16.75%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLI	-0.39%	+4.73%	+0.88%	+10.57%	+38.89%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+0.07%	-8.00%	-22.31%	-15.58%	-46.27%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+0.39%	-9.13%	-22.86%	-26.51%	-55.64%	-	-	-

Metric	CTRM	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	0.5x	-98%
EV/EBITDA	0.3x	-94%
Price / Book	0.0x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
STNG Scorpio Tankers Inc.	64	43	96	73	-	93.3%	63.1%	53.8%	-	30.0x	$3.8B	VS
TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD.	62	50	97	71	6.4x	91.9%	67.0%	32.8%	-	0.0x	$2.5B	VS
TEN TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD	61	50	86	75	7.6x	42.1%	97.8%	22.6%	-	103.0x	$1.2B	VS
HAFN Hafnia Ltd	60	42	79	77	-	439.1%	48.5%	27.0%	-	0.0x	$3.8B	VS
TPH Tri Pointe Homes, Inc.	57	50	67	66	13.6x	8.8%	47.5%	7.9%	-26.0%	50.0x	$4.0B	VS
GLDD Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP	57	50	69	70	16.3x	13.5%	22.2%	8.1%	14.8%	73.0x	$1.1B	VS
SOBO South Bow Corp	57	39	79	66	22.0x	48.4%	82.3%	14.9%	-	219.0x	$6.8B	VS
IMPP Imperial Petroleum Inc./Marshall Islands	54	44	98	58	2.8x	47.7%	100.0%	34.0%	-19.7%	0.0x	$156M	VS
CCO Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.	52	48	58	69	59.3x	-	53.4%	-0.3%	7.7%	-	$1.2B	VS
IMXI International Money Express, Inc.	52	50	73	52	11.6x	25.5%	0.0%	6.4%	-9.7%	221.0x	$476M	VS
CTRM Castor Maritime Inc.	41	30	75	26	0.5x	12.4%	98.3%	23.1%	-	21.0x	$18M

Key Ratio	TTM	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018
Gross Margin %	1.0%	1.0%	1.0%	1.0%	1.0%	1.0%	1.0%	1.0%
Operating Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.5%	0.5%	0.0%	0.2%	0.2%
EBITDA Margin %	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%	0.3%	0.5%	0.3%	0.4%	0.4%
Net Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.4%	0.8%	0.5%	-0.1%	0.2%	0.2%
FCF Margin %	-45.7%	-45.7%	22.1%	18.1%	-216.2%	-302.8%	-249.9%	22.8%
ROE %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.3%	0.2%	-0.0%	0.1%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	-0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
ROIC %	3.3%	3.3%	4.0%	21.9%	10.8%	0.6%	4.2%	9.9%

Line Item	TTM	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018
	$66M	$66M	$98M	$262M	$132M	$12M	$6M	$4M
	$65M	$65M	$98M	$262M	$132M	$12M	$6M	$4M
Gross Margin	98.3%	98.3%	100.0%	100.0%	100.0%	99.7%	100.0%	100.0%
	—	$16M	$25M	$27M	$13M	$3M	$816K	$638K
	$21M	$21M	$22M	$127M	$56M	$452K	$1M	$987K
EBIT	$21M	$21M	$22M	$127M	$56M	$452K	$1M	$987K
EBITDA	$26M	$26M	$42M	$85M	$64M	$3M	$2M	$2M
Operating Margin	32.4%	32.4%	22.6%	48.7%	53.9%	3.6%	21.5%	24.9%
EBITDA Margin	38.7%	38.7%	43.2%	32.5%	48.7%	25.2%	35.1%	40.8%
	—	$6M	—	$9M	$3M	$2M	$222K	$3K
	—	$134K	$178K	$1M	$497K	$22K	$0	—
	$15M	$15M	$39M	$119M	$52M	-$2M	$1M	$981K
Net Margin	23.1%	23.1%	39.6%	78.9%	50.8%	-14.0%	18.2%	24.8%
	$3.50	$3.50	$3.86	$1.25	$0.48	$-0.03	$3.11	$-0.28
Diluted EPS	$3.50	$3.50	$3.86	$1.25	$0.48	$-0.03	$3.11	$-0.28

Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does Castor Maritime Inc. Do?

Castor Maritime Inc. provides shipping services worldwide. The company operates through three segments: Dry Bulk, Aframax/LR2 Tanker, and Handysize Tanker. It offers seaborne transportation services for dry bulk cargo; commodities, such as iron ore, coal, soybeans, etc.; and crude oil and refined petroleum products. As of December 31, 2021, the company owned and operated a fleet of 29 vessels primarily consisting of two Handysize tanker vessels, seven Aframax/LR2 tanker vessels, and 14 dry bulk vessels. Castor Maritime Inc. was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Limassol, Cyprus. Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) is classified as a micro-cap stock in the Industrials sector, specifically within the Transportation industry. The company is led by CEO Petros Panagiotidis and employs approximately 1 people. With a market capitalization of $18M, CTRM is one of the notable companies in the Industrials sector.

Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, Castor Maritime Inc. receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 41.0/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.CTRM ranks #3,272 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Industrials sector, Castor Maritime Inc. ranks #554 of 752 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Industrials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

CTRM Stock Price and 52-Week Range

Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) currently trades at $1.75. The stock gained $0.01 (0.6%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for CTRM is $2.67, which means the stock is currently trading -34.5% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $1.84, putting the stock -4.9% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 12K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is CTRM Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) carries a value factor score of 75/100 in the Blank Capital model, suggesting the stock trades at a meaningful discount to its fundamental earning power. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 0.50x, compared to the Industrials sector average of 28.33x — a discount of 98%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 0.04x, versus the sector average of 2.23x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.07x, compared to 0.50x for the average Industrials stock. On an enterprise value basis, CTRM trades at 0.32x EV/EBITDA, versus 5.70x for the sector.

Based on these multiples, Castor Maritime Inc. appears attractively valued relative to both its sector peers and the broader market. Value-oriented investors may find the current entry point compelling, particularly if the company's fundamental quality metrics also score well.

Castor Maritime Inc. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) earns a quality factor score of 30/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is 12.4%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 8.9%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 7.7% versus the sector average of 3.3%.

On a margin basis, Castor Maritime Inc. reports gross margins of 98.3%, compared to 35.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 32.4% (sector: 6.2%). Net profit margin stands at 23.1%, versus 3.9% for the average Industrials stock. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

CTRM Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

Castor Maritime Inc. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 21.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 70.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. Total debt on the balance sheet is $104M. Cash and equivalents stand at $88M.

CTRM has a beta of 0.75, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for Castor Maritime Inc. is 53/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

Castor Maritime Inc. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, Castor Maritime Inc. reported revenue of $66M and earnings per share (EPS) of $3.50. Net income for the quarter was $15M. Gross margin was 98.3%. Operating income came in at $21M.

In FY 2024, Castor Maritime Inc. reported revenue of $66M and earnings per share (EPS) of $3.50. Net income for the quarter was $15M. Gross margin was 98.3%. Revenue grew -32.1% year-over-year compared to FY 2023. Operating income came in at $21M.

In FY 2023, Castor Maritime Inc. reported revenue of $98M and earnings per share (EPS) of $3.86. Net income for the quarter was $39M. Gross margin was 100.0%. Revenue grew -62.8% year-over-year compared to FY 2022. Operating income came in at $22M.

In FY 2022, Castor Maritime Inc. reported revenue of $262M and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.25. Net income for the quarter was $119M. Gross margin was 100.0%. Revenue grew 98.5% year-over-year compared to FY 2021. Operating income came in at $127M.

Over the past 8 quarters, Castor Maritime Inc. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $4M to $66M. Investors analyzing CTRM stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

CTRM Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among smaller companies in the Transportation industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Industrials dividend stocks may want to explore other Industrials stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

CTRM Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) has a momentum factor score of 26/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 24/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 64/100 reflects moderate short selling activity.

CTRM vs Competitors — Industrials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Industrials sector, Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) ranks #554 out of 752 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places CTRM in the lower half of all Industrials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include South Bow Corp (SOBO) with a score of 56.5/100, TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD (TEN) with a score of 61.4/100, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP (GLDD) with a score of 56.7/100, Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (TPH) with a score of 57.3/100, and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (CCO) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing CTRM against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full CTRM vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how Castor Maritime Inc. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

CTRM Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy CTRM? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for Castor Maritime Inc. suggests caution. The quality score of 30/100 flags below-average profitability. The value score of 75/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals. Momentum is weak at 26/100, a headwind for near-term performance.

In summary, Castor Maritime Inc. (CTRM) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 41.0/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on CTRM stock.

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