First Steamship Co (2601.TW) Stock Price

First Steamship Co Price

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First Steamship Co (2601.TW) Stock | ISIN TW0002601002. The current First Steamship Co stock price is 4.76 TWD (2026). Market capitalization is 3.93 B TWD. First Steamship Co operates in the Industry sector.

First Steamship Co stock price

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First Steamship Co Stock Price History
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First Steamship Co Revenue, EBIT, Net Income

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Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
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Date
Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
Jan 1, 2005
1.14 B TWD
-65 M TWD
251 M TWD
Jan 1, 2006
4.73 B TWD
551 M TWD
326 M TWD
Jan 1, 2007
9.8 B TWD
1.28 B TWD
795 M TWD
Jan 1, 2008
15.62 B TWD
3.04 B TWD
2.27 B TWD
Jan 1, 2009
18.01 B TWD
1.98 B TWD
1.01 B TWD
Jan 1, 2010
21.37 B TWD
1.86 B TWD
1.05 B TWD
Jan 1, 2011
26.87 B TWD
1.59 B TWD
546 M TWD
Jan 1, 2012
29.51 B TWD
1.56 B TWD
486 M TWD
Jan 1, 2013
8.12 B TWD
949 M TWD
-291 M TWD
Jan 1, 2014
8.77 B TWD
1.58 B TWD
-19.54 M TWD
Jan 1, 2015
8.5 B TWD
1.16 B TWD
-1.49 B TWD
Jan 1, 2016
7.62 B TWD
575.17 M TWD
-1.09 B TWD
Jan 1, 2017
7.3 B TWD
984.23 M TWD
564.96 M TWD
Jan 1, 2018
8.04 B TWD
1.31 B TWD
6.4 M TWD
Jan 1, 2019
8.13 B TWD
1.42 B TWD
1.4 B TWD

First Steamship Co Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement

Last updated Jun 10, 2026, 8:52 PM
 
REVENUE (M TWD)
REVENUE GROWTH (%)
GROSS MARGIN (%)
GROSS INCOME (M TWD)
NET INCOME (M TWD)
NET INCOME GROWTH (%)
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Income Statement Key Figures

Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales First Steamship Co generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue First Steamship Co retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare First Steamship Co's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares First Steamship Co has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against First Steamship Co's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

First Steamship Co stock margins

The First Steamship Co margin analysis displays the gross margin, EBIT margin, as well as the profit margin of First Steamship Co. The EBIT margin (EBIT/sales) indicates the percentage of sales that remains as operating profit. The profit margin shows the percentage of sales that remains for First Steamship Co.
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Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
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Date
Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
Jan 1, 2005
2.2 %
-5.72 %
22.08 %
Jan 1, 2006
24.43 %
11.65 %
6.9 %
Jan 1, 2007
23.39 %
13.09 %
8.11 %
Jan 1, 2008
29.69 %
19.48 %
14.56 %
Jan 1, 2009
22.13 %
10.96 %
5.58 %
Jan 1, 2010
19.25 %
8.7 %
4.91 %
Jan 1, 2011
21.8 %
5.91 %
2.03 %
Jan 1, 2012
20.92 %
5.28 %
1.65 %
Jan 1, 2013
74.37 %
11.68 %
-3.58 %
Jan 1, 2014
75.86 %
18.04 %
-0.22 %
Jan 1, 2015
73.65 %
13.7 %
-17.52 %
Jan 1, 2016
71.75 %
7.55 %
-14.26 %
Jan 1, 2017
72.18 %
13.49 %
7.74 %
Jan 1, 2018
71.27 %
16.26 %
0.08 %
Jan 1, 2019
67.14 %
17.47 %
17.27 %

First Steamship Co Stock Revenue, EBIT, Earnings per Share

The First Steamship Co earnings per share therefore indicates how much revenue First Steamship Co has generated per share in a given period. The earnings before interest and taxes per share shows how much of the operating profit corresponds to each share. The earnings per share indicates how much of the profit belongs to each share.
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Revenue per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
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Date
Revenue per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
Jan 1, 2005
3.91 TWD
-0.22 TWD
0.86 TWD
Jan 1, 2006
16.14 TWD
1.88 TWD
1.11 TWD
Jan 1, 2007
33.33 TWD
4.36 TWD
2.7 TWD
Jan 1, 2008
53.66 TWD
10.45 TWD
7.81 TWD
Jan 1, 2009
61.9 TWD
6.79 TWD
3.46 TWD
Jan 1, 2010
68.93 TWD
6 TWD
3.39 TWD
Jan 1, 2011
89.87 TWD
5.31 TWD
1.83 TWD
Jan 1, 2012
89.69 TWD
4.73 TWD
1.48 TWD
Jan 1, 2013
21.15 TWD
2.47 TWD
-0.76 TWD
Jan 1, 2014
22.76 TWD
4.11 TWD
-0.05 TWD
Jan 1, 2015
20.23 TWD
2.77 TWD
-3.54 TWD
Jan 1, 2016
18.13 TWD
1.37 TWD
-2.59 TWD
Jan 1, 2017
12.5 TWD
1.69 TWD
0.97 TWD
Jan 1, 2018
11.69 TWD
1.9 TWD
0.01 TWD
Jan 1, 2019
10.07 TWD
1.76 TWD
1.74 TWD

First Steamship Co business model & stock analysis

First Steamship Co Ltd is a leading company in the shipping and transportation industry in Taiwan. The company was founded in 1969 and has since expanded its business by investing in various areas such as cargo and passenger shipping, ship repair, ship equipment, and container and warehouse logistics.

First Steamship Co SWOT Analysis

Strengths

First Steamship Co Ltd possesses several key strengths that contribute to its success:

  • Strong industry reputation and experience
  • Wide range of services offered
  • Extensive network and global presence
  • Financial stability and resources
  • Diverse customer base

Weaknesses

Despite its strengths, First Steamship Co Ltd also faces certain weaknesses that might hinder its growth and competitiveness:

  • Limited technological integration compared to competitors
  • Reliance on traditional shipping methods
  • High operational costs
  • Dependence on specific market segments
  • Potential vulnerability to economic fluctuations

Opportunities

Several opportunities exist for First Steamship Co Ltd to expand and thrive in the industry:

  • Growing demand for international trade and logistics
  • Diversification of services to cater to emerging markets
  • Advancements in technology and automation
  • Potential strategic partnerships and alliances
  • Expansion into new geographic regions

Threats

First Steamship Co Ltd should remain vigilant of the following threats that could impact its business operations:

  • Intense competition from established and emerging players
  • Regulatory changes affecting shipping industry
  • Geopolitical uncertainties impacting global trade
  • Volatility in fuel prices
  • Potential environmental regulations and sustainability concerns

First Steamship Co Eulerpool Fair Value

First Steamship Co historical P/E ratio, EBIT multiple, and P/S ratio

First Steamship Co annual returns

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Annual Return

What This Chart Shows

This chart breaks down 's total annual return into two components: price return (gains or losses from stock price movement) and dividend return (income received from dividend payments). Together, they represent the total return an investor would have earned in each calendar year.

Price Return

Price return measures the percentage change in 's stock price from January 1st to December 31st of each year. Positive bars indicate the stock appreciated; negative bars show a decline. This is the component most investors focus on, but it tells only part of the story — especially for dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Return

Dividend return represents the income generated from dividends paid during the year, expressed as a percentage of the starting stock price. While it may seem small in any single year (typically 1–4 % for established companies), dividends compound significantly over decades and have historically contributed roughly 40 % of total stock market returns.

What to Look For

Examine how many years showed positive vs. negative returns to gauge consistency. A stock with mostly positive years and small drawdowns suggests lower risk. Also compare 's annual returns to a benchmark index — consistently outperforming the market is a hallmark of a strong investment. Pay attention to the worst years: understanding downside risk is just as important as chasing upside potential.

First Steamship Co shares outstanding

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Number of stocks
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Date
Number of stocks
Jan 1, 2005
291 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2006
293 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2007
294 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2008
291 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2009
291 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2010
310 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2011
299 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2012
329 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2013
384 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2014
385.32 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2015
420 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2016
420 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2017
583.77 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2018
687.87 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2019
807.54 M base_Shares

First Steamship Co Dividend History

9 years of dividend payments

YearAnnual DividendYoY ChangePayments
20200.09TWD 8.3%
20190.1TWD 60.0%
20150.25TWD 1.8%
20130.25TWD 49.1%
20120.5TWD 50.3%
20111.01TWD 0.7%
20101.01TWD 8.7%
20090.93TWD 8.6%
20081.02TWD

First Steamship Co dividend payout ratio

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Payout ratio
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Date
Payout ratio
Jan 1, 2005
29.06 %
Jan 1, 2006
29.06 %
Jan 1, 2007
29.06 %
Jan 1, 2008
10.81 %
Jan 1, 2009
24.83 %
Jan 1, 2010
27.46 %
Jan 1, 2011
50.66 %
Jan 1, 2012
31.2 %
Jan 1, 2013
-30.72 %
Jan 1, 2014
29.06 %
Jan 1, 2015
-6.47 %
Jan 1, 2016
21.85 %
Jan 1, 2017
18.74 %
Jan 1, 2018
15.3 %
Jan 1, 2019
5.3 %
Price targets and forecasts for First Steamship Co are not yet available.

EESG©

Eulerpool ESG Scorecard© for the First Steamship Co stock

56/100
21
Environment
73
Social
74
Governance
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Environment

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Scope 1 - Direct Emissions0.501
Scope 2 - Indirect emissions from purchased energy69,426.2
Scope 3 - Indirect emissions within the value chain
Total CO₂ emissions69,426.701
CO₂ reduction strategy
Coal energy
Nuclear power
Animal experiments
Fur & Leather
Pesticides
Palm Oil
Tobacco
Genetically modified organisms
Climate concept
Sustainable forestry
Recycling regulations
Environmentally friendly packaging
Hazardous substances
Fuel consumption and efficiency
Water consumption and efficiency
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Social

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Percentage of female employees48.98
Percentage of women in management
Percentage of Asian employees
Share of Asian management
Percentage of Hispanic/Latino employees
Hispano/Latino Management share
Percentage of Black employees
Black Management Share
Percentage of white employees
White Management Share
Adult content
Alcohol
Weapons
Firearms
Gambling
Military contracts
Human rights concept
Privacy concept
Occupational health and safety
Catholic
G

Governance (Corporate Governance)

4
Environmental reporting
Stakeholder Engagement
Call Back Policies
Antitrust law

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First Steamship Co shareholder structure

% Name
6.91897%
Heng Hua Investment
Heng Hua Investment
2.88454%
Yonghenghui Investment Co., Ltd.
Yonghenghui Investment Co., Ltd.
2.77253%
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
1.83735%
Hsun Tung Investment
Hsun Tung Investment
1.64589%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, L.P.
Dimensional Fund Advisors, L.P.
0.34196%
Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM)
Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM)
0.21854%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Ltd.
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Ltd.
0.15102%
American Century Investment Management, Inc.
American Century Investment Management, Inc.
0.12816%
Kuo (Jen Hao-a)
Kuo (Jen Hao-a)
0.02482%
DFA Australia Ltd.
DFA Australia Ltd.

First Steamship Co Executives and Management Board

JK

Mr. Jen-Hao Kuo

(46)

Chairman of the Board, General Manager · since 2017

Compensation5.5 M TWD
CC

Mr. Chien-Wan Chuang

Chief Operating Officer-Marine Business, Director · since 2008

Compensation3.62 M TWD
WY

Mr. Wai-Tak Yau

Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer, Director

Compensation3.42 M TWD
RL

Mr. Ruei-Da Lin

Deputy General Manager-General Administration Division

Compensation2.52 M TWD
TP

Ms. Tzu-Yuan Pei

Assistant General Manager of Accounting

Compensation1.4 M TWD

Frequently asked questions about First Steamship Co

The business model of First Steamship Co Ltd revolves around being a leading shipping company. Specializing in both domestic and international transportation, the company offers a wide range of services including container shipping, bulk shipping, and chartering. First Steamship Co Ltd aims to provide efficient and reliable shipping solutions to clients across various industries. With a strong fleet and extensive network, the company combines advanced logistics capabilities with a commitment to customer satisfaction. By continuously improving operational efficiency and maintaining high service standards, First Steamship Co Ltd strives to be a trusted partner in the global shipping industry.

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