Clarkson's stock price rises, positive momentum in 2026, order volume increases

Investing.com - Clarkson (LSE:CKN) announced on Monday that its fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, had a basic pre-tax profit of £90.6 million, down from £115.3 million in 2024. This global shipping services provider faced a challenging year filled with geopolitical complexities and market uncertainties.

Revenue declined from £661.4 million last year to £631.4 million, a 4.5% decrease. As of December 31, 2025, the company’s forward order book for 2026 stood at $244 million, up from $231 million a year earlier.

Basic earnings per share fell from 286.9 pence in 2024 to 225.8 pence. The company announced a full-year dividend of 112 pence per share, a 3% increase, marking the 23rd consecutive year of dividend growth.

Following the earnings release, the stock price rose by 1.5%, with investors reacting positively to the company’s outlook. Clarkson stated that the positive momentum established by the end of 2025 has continued into 2026, with new spot business negotiations exceeding last year’s levels.

CEO Andi Case said, “2025 was a year that tested the resilience and adaptability of the global shipping industry. I am immensely proud and grateful for the unwavering commitment and outstanding contributions of our global colleagues.”

The company’s brokerage division reported an operating profit of £93.9 million, down from £122.6 million in 2024, impacted by the challenging environment in the first half of the year due to global political and economic uncertainties. The financial services division set a record with an operating profit of £12.9 million, up from £5.2 million in 2024.

As of the end of the year, Clarkson maintained free cash resources of £232 million, up from £216.3 million in 2024.

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