Hostile Bidder Diana Shipping Sells Genco Shares, Warns of "Inflated" Price

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Diana Shipping, the hostile bidder for Genco, sold approximately $2.68 million worth of Genco shares, publicly claiming Genco's stock is "artificially inflated" by its tender offer and could drop significantly if the bid is rejected.

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• Diana Shipping Sells Genco Shares

  Diana Shipping Inc. sold 108,603 shares of Genco common stock on May 14 and 15, 2026, for an approximate total of $2.68 million. The sales occurred at average prices ranging from $24.59 to $25.01 per share.

• "Inflated Price" Warning Issued

  Diana publicly stated that Genco's current share price is "artificially inflated" by its $23.50 per share cash offer and could decline to approximately $17.50 per share, reflecting its historical discount to Net Asset Value, if the offer is withdrawn.

• Strategic Move in Hostile Bid

  Diana intends to use the proceeds from the sales, along with committed financing, to fund its proposed acquisition of Genco, reaffirming its commitment to the takeover despite the share sales. This move is part of an ongoing hostile takeover attempt.

• Reduced Ownership Stake

  Following these sales, Diana Shipping now beneficially owns 6,304,548 shares, representing approximately 14.5% of Genco's outstanding common stock.

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Diana Shipping Inc., the hostile bidder for Genco Shipping & Trading, has sold a portion of its Genco shares, stating the stock is "artificially inflated" by its $23.50 per share tender offer. This strategic move, accompanied by a press release, aims to pressure Genco's board and shareholders by warning of a potential price decline to $17.50 if the offer is withdrawn. Diana states the proceeds will help fund its acquisition, reaffirming its commitment to the takeover despite the sales.