SFL (SFL)
Market Price (12/24/2025): $7.68 | Market Cap: $1.0 BilSector: Industrials | Industry: Marine Transportation
SFL (SFL)
Market Price (12/24/2025): $7.68Market Cap: $1.0 BilSector: IndustrialsIndustry: Marine Transportation
Investment Highlights Why It Matters Detailed financial logic regarding cash flow yields vs trend-riding momentum.
| Attractive yieldTotal YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 13%, Dividend Yield is 13%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 8.8%, FCF Yield is 12% | Weak multi-year price returns2Y Excs Rtn is -62%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -66% | Debt is significantNet D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 243% |
| Attractive operating marginsOp Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 25% | Weak revenue growthRev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -11%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -31% | |
| Attractive cash flow generationCFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 41%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 16% | Key risksSFL key risks include [1] substantial financial leverage and a significant debt burden that strains cash flow and forced a dividend reduction, Show more. | |
| Low stock price volatilityVol 12M is 36% | ||
| Megatrend and thematic driversMegatrends include Global Logistics & Maritime Trade, and Energy Infrastructure & Transition. Themes include Maritime Shipping & Transport, and Offshore Energy Logistics & Infrastructure. |
| Attractive yieldTotal YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 13%, Dividend Yield is 13%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 8.8%, FCF Yield is 12% |
| Attractive operating marginsOp Mgn LTMOperating Margin = Operating Income / Revenue Reflects profitability before taxes and before impact of capital structure (interest payments). is 25% |
| Attractive cash flow generationCFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 41%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 16% |
| Low stock price volatilityVol 12M is 36% |
| Megatrend and thematic driversMegatrends include Global Logistics & Maritime Trade, and Energy Infrastructure & Transition. Themes include Maritime Shipping & Transport, and Offshore Energy Logistics & Infrastructure. |
| Weak multi-year price returns2Y Excs Rtn is -62%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -66% |
| Debt is significantNet D/ENet Debt/Equity. Debt net of cash. Negative indicates net cash. Equity is taken as the Market Capitalization is 243% |
| Weak revenue growthRev Chg LTMRevenue Change % Last Twelve Months (LTM) is -11%, Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -31% |
| Key risksSFL key risks include [1] substantial financial leverage and a significant debt burden that strains cash flow and forced a dividend reduction, Show more. |
Why The Stock Moved
Qualitative Assessment
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Here are the key points regarding the stock movement of SFL by -0.7% for the approximate time period from August 31, 2025, to December 24, 2025: 1. Minor market corrections and profit-taking could have contributed to a slight downturn.2. SFL's fleet optimization strategy, which included the sale of two Suezmax tankers and the mutual termination of charters for two others, while strategically positive, might have led to short-term investor re-evaluation or minor uncertainties regarding the immediate impact of debt repayment and termination fees.
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Stock Movement Drivers
Fundamental Drivers
The -0.3% change in SFL stock from 9/23/2025 to 12/23/2025 was primarily driven by a -9.1% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).| 9232025 | 12232025 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 7.70 | 7.68 | -0.32% |
| Change Contribution By | LTM | LTM | |
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 850.57 | 773.06 | -9.11% |
| P/S Multiple | 1.20 | 1.32 | 9.64% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 132.79 | 132.75 | 0.03% |
| Cumulative Contribution | -0.32% |
Market Drivers
9/23/2025 to 12/23/2025| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| SFL | -0.3% | |
| Market (SPY) | 3.7% | 27.2% |
| Sector (XLI) | 2.6% | 13.4% |
Fundamental Drivers
The -5.2% change in SFL stock from 6/24/2025 to 12/23/2025 was primarily driven by a -9.1% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).| 6242025 | 12232025 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 8.10 | 7.68 | -5.17% |
| Change Contribution By | LTM | LTM | |
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 850.15 | 773.06 | -9.07% |
| P/S Multiple | 1.28 | 1.32 | 3.36% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 133.92 | 132.75 | 0.88% |
| Cumulative Contribution | -5.18% |
Market Drivers
6/24/2025 to 12/23/2025| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| SFL | -5.2% | |
| Market (SPY) | 13.7% | 23.9% |
| Sector (XLI) | 8.7% | 12.5% |
Fundamental Drivers
The -14.0% change in SFL stock from 12/23/2024 to 12/23/2025 was primarily driven by a -11.5% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).| 12232024 | 12232025 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 8.93 | 7.68 | -13.98% |
| Change Contribution By | LTM | LTM | |
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 873.22 | 773.06 | -11.47% |
| P/S Multiple | 1.35 | 1.32 | -2.21% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 131.90 | 132.75 | -0.64% |
| Cumulative Contribution | -13.98% |
Market Drivers
12/23/2024 to 12/23/2025| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| SFL | -14.0% | |
| Market (SPY) | 16.7% | 40.2% |
| Sector (XLI) | 19.1% | 37.0% |
Fundamental Drivers
The 10.1% change in SFL stock from 12/24/2022 to 12/23/2025 was primarily driven by a 16.0% change in the company's Total Revenues ($ Mil).| 12242022 | 12232025 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 6.98 | 7.68 | 10.05% |
| Change Contribution By | LTM | LTM | |
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 666.42 | 773.06 | 16.00% |
| P/S Multiple | 1.33 | 1.32 | -0.67% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 126.79 | 132.75 | -4.70% |
| Cumulative Contribution | 9.81% |
Market Drivers
12/24/2023 to 12/23/2025| Return | Correlation | |
|---|---|---|
| SFL | -19.7% | |
| Market (SPY) | 48.4% | 37.5% |
| Sector (XLI) | 42.3% | 35.6% |
Price Returns Compared
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Total [1] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | |||||||
| SFL Return | -52% | 40% | 24% | 35% | -1% | -16% | -7% |
| Peers Return | -35% | 56% | 49% | 33% | 5% | 51% | 219% |
| S&P 500 Return | 16% | 27% | -19% | 24% | 23% | 17% | 114% |
Monthly Win Rates [3] | |||||||
| SFL Win Rate | 25% | 58% | 58% | 67% | 58% | 50% | |
| Peers Win Rate | 37% | 60% | 60% | 56% | 48% | 65% | |
| S&P 500 Win Rate | 58% | 75% | 42% | 67% | 75% | 73% | |
Max Drawdowns [4] | |||||||
| SFL Max Drawdown | -55% | 0% | -2% | -6% | -6% | -28% | |
| Peers Max Drawdown | -61% | -3% | -17% | -12% | -8% | -21% | |
| S&P 500 Max Drawdown | -31% | -1% | -25% | -1% | -2% | -15% | |
[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2020
[2] Peers: CMRE, TK, INSW, GNK.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2025 data is for the year up to 12/23/2025 (YTD)
How Low Can It Go
| Event | SFL | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Inflation Shock | ||
| % Loss | -24.8% | -25.4% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 33.0% | 34.1% |
| Time to Breakeven | 99 days | 464 days |
| 2020 Covid Pandemic | ||
| % Loss | -59.9% | -33.9% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 149.3% | 51.3% |
| Time to Breakeven | Not Fully Recovered days | 148 days |
| 2018 Correction | ||
| % Loss | -32.3% | -19.8% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 47.7% | 24.7% |
| Time to Breakeven | Not Fully Recovered days | 120 days |
| 2008 Global Financial Crisis | ||
| % Loss | -87.5% | -56.8% |
| % Gain to Breakeven | 700.7% | 131.3% |
| Time to Breakeven | Not Fully Recovered days | 1,480 days |
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In The Past
SFL's stock fell -24.8% during the 2022 Inflation Shock from a high on 5/24/2021. A -24.8% loss requires a 33.0% gain to breakeven.
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Here are a few analogies to describe SFL Corporation Ltd. succinctly:
- Imagine an AerCap or Air Lease Corporation, but for a diverse fleet of ships (tankers, container ships, bulk carriers) instead of airplanes.
- It's like a GATX, but for ocean-going vessels instead of railcars.
- Think of it as a global version of Ryder, but leasing and managing a fleet of commercial ships rather than trucks and land vehicles.
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SFL Corporation Ltd. (SFL) Major Services:
- Container Vessel Chartering: Providing container ships under long-term charters for the global transportation of containerized goods.
- Tanker Chartering: Offering crude oil and product tankers under long-term charters for the seaborne transportation of liquid hydrocarbons.
- Dry Bulk Vessel Chartering: Supplying dry bulk carriers on long-term charters for the global shipment of commodities like iron ore, coal, and grain.
- Car Carrier Chartering: Leasing specialized car carrier vessels under long-term charters for the worldwide transportation of vehicles.
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SFL Corporation Ltd. (SFL) sells primarily to other companies, specifically global shipping and logistics companies that charter its vessels on long-term contracts.
Its major customers include:
- A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S (Symbol: MAERSK-B.CO)
- Evergreen Marine Corporation (Taiwan) Ltd. (Symbol: 2603.TW)
- Hapag-Lloyd AG (Symbol: HLAG.DE)
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Ole B. Hjertaker, Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Hjertaker served as Chief Financial Officer of SFL from 2006 to 2009 before becoming Chief Executive Officer in July 2009. He holds a Master of Science degree from the Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration. Prior to joining SFL, he was employed in the Corporate Finance division of DNB Markets, a prominent shipping and offshore bank, accumulating extensive corporate and investment banking experience primarily within the maritime and transportation industries. Mr. Hjertaker also serves as a chairman of NorAm Drilling and a director of Frontline. SFL was initially established as a captive financing arm for Frontline in 2004.
Aksel C. Olesen, Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Olesen was appointed Chief Financial Officer effective January 1, 2019. He holds a Law Degree from the University of Bergen. Before joining SFL, Mr. Olesen spent 12 years at Pareto Securities, working in various positions within its investment banking division, including Head of Investment Banking Asia in Singapore from 2011 to 2014 and most recently as Head of Shipping and Offshore Project Finance. He began his career at the shipping company Kristian Jebsens Rederi as part of the legal, business development, and finance team.
Trym Otto Sjølie, Chief Operating Officer
Mr. Sjølie brings 25 years of experience in the shipping industry, encompassing diverse capacities such as asset management, technical and operational management, chartering, and engineering. Prior to SFL, he served as the Managing Director of a shipping fund with a fleet across multiple asset classes. He also worked for Höegh Autoliners, a leading car carrier operator, from 1998 to 2010. Mr. Sjølie holds an MSc degree in Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) and an MMa Degree from BI Norwegian Business School.
André Reppen, Chief Treasurer & Senior Vice President
Mr. Reppen holds an MBA in Finance and the Authorised Financial Analyst title from the Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration. Before joining SFL in 2008, he worked for PwC in the Shipping and Financial Services department as a transaction and corporate structuring advisor. Mr. Reppen is also a CEFA charterholder.
Thecla Panagides, Chief Accounting Officer
Ms. Panagides serves as the Chief Accounting Officer for SFL.
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The key risks to SFL's business predominantly stem from its financial structure and the inherent volatility of the industries in which it operates.
- High Financial Leverage and Debt Burden: SFL operates with substantial financial leverage, carrying a significant debt load that strains its cash flow and overall financial health. The company's liquidity ratios are low, indicating potential difficulty in meeting short-term obligations. This financial pressure notably led to a reduction in its quarterly cash dividend in 2025. Furthermore, SFL has experienced substantial negative free cash flow, making its debt management riskier. As of December 2024, SFL had US$2.14 billion in debt, with net debt around US$2.00 billion, posing a considerable risk to the business.
- Cyclicality and Volatility of the Shipping and Offshore Industries: SFL's business is deeply embedded in the highly unpredictable and volatile shipping and offshore sectors. This inherent cyclicality impacts the company's revenue generation, fleet employment, and profitability. Revenue growth for SFL is tied to fleet expansion or contract renegotiations rather than short-term spot market fluctuations. A slowdown in the drilling sector, for instance, has negatively affected near-term profitability, particularly with assets like the Hercules drilling rig remaining idle. The uncertain market conditions make it challenging to replace expiring contracts or secure new employment opportunities for vessels and rigs.
- Interest Rate Volatility: A significant portion of SFL's credit facilities is subject to variable interest rates. Consequently, an increase in interest rates would lead to higher debt service obligations, even if the borrowed amount remains constant. This scenario would adversely affect SFL's profitability and reduce the cash available for servicing its indebtedness.
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SFL Corporation Ltd. (SFL) operates within several key maritime and offshore segments, owning and chartering a diverse fleet of vessels. The addressable markets for their main products and services are as follows:- Dry Bulk Shipping: The global dry bulk shipping market was valued at approximately USD 4.06 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 5.78 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 4.5%. Other estimates for the global dry bulk shipping market size include USD 11.36 billion in 2024, expected to grow to USD 15.26 billion in 2029 with a CAGR of 6.2%. Another source stated the market was valued at USD 162.6 billion in 2023 and is estimated to register a CAGR of over 4% between 2024 and 2032. The market size in terms of volume is estimated to reach 6,735 million tons by 2030, growing at a 3.04% CAGR from 5,735 million tons in 2025. Asia-Pacific held the largest revenue share in this market in 2024.
- Tanker Shipping (Crude Oil and Product Tankers): The global tanker shipping market size is forecast to increase by USD 19.95 billion, at a CAGR of 8.9% between 2024 and 2029. The overall tanker shipping market size was valued at USD 237.6 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 273.9 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 2.9%.
- Chemical Tanker Shipping: The global chemical tanker shipping market size was estimated at USD 34.65 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 46.14 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.2% from 2024 to 2030. Other estimates indicate a market size of USD 36.15 million in 2024, projected to reach USD 54.70 million by 2034, with a CAGR of 4.23%. North America held the largest market share in 2023 and 2024 for chemical tanker shipping.
- Container Shipping (Container Vessels and Shipping Containers): The global container shipping market size is estimated at USD 119.65 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 139.45 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 3.11%. The global shipping container market is estimated to attain a valuation of US$ 9,104.2 million in 2024 and is forecast to reach US$ 14,549.7 million by 2034, with a projected CAGR of 4.8%. Other projections for the global shipping container market include USD 10.60 billion in 2024, reaching approximately USD 15.01 billion by 2034, with a CAGR of 3.54%. The Asia-Pacific region is expected to lead the global shipping container market.
- Car Carrier Market: The global car carrier market size was valued at USD 51.28 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 91.45 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 7.5%. Other estimates for the global car carrier market include USD 13.2 billion in 2022, estimated to reach $26.9 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 7.5%. Another source valued the global car carrier market at USD 9.52 billion in 2024, with revenue expected to grow to USD 11.79 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 2.7%. North America dominated the car carrier market with the largest revenue share of 37.8% in 2024. However, Asia Pacific is expected to hold the highest share in the global Car Carrier Market.
- Offshore Drilling (Offshore Assets/Drilling Rigs): The global offshore drilling market size was valued at USD 40.04 billion in 2024 and is projected to be worth USD 43.78 billion in 2025, reaching USD 69.34 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.79%. The global offshore drilling rigs market size is USD 73.25 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow with a CAGR of 6.86% from 2024 to 2031. Another report valued the global offshore drilling market at USD 39.61 billion in 2024, projected to reach USD 86.09 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 8.07% from 2025 to 2034. Asia Pacific dominated the global market with a share of 45.65% in 2024, or 43% in 2024.
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Here are 3-5 expected drivers of future revenue growth for SFL over the next 2-3 years:
- Maintaining a Strong Fixed-Rate Charter Backlog: SFL benefits from a substantial fixed-rate charter backlog, which currently stands at approximately $4 billion. This backlog, with a weighted average term of 6.5 years and a significant portion with investment-grade customers, provides strong cash-flow visibility and a stable foundation for earnings. The consistency of these long-term contracts ensures a predictable revenue stream.
- Fleet Modernization and Efficiency Upgrades: SFL is actively investing in fleet optimization, which includes the sale of older vessels and nearly $100 million in fuel-efficiency and cargo optimization upgrades on modern vessels. These initiatives are expected to enhance operational performance, improve environmental sustainability, boost future cash flows, and have already added approximately $1.2 billion to the charter backlog.
- Securing New Employment for Idle Assets: The company is optimistic about securing new employment for its Hercules drilling rig in the coming year, which is currently the only asset not on profitable employment. Bringing this asset into profitable operation would directly contribute to increased revenue.
- Strategic Fleet Renewal and Expansion: SFL is focused on fleet renewal, including investments in newbuilding projects and LNG-capable vessels. This strategy aims to meet the rising global demand for greener and more reliable shipping, positioning the company favorably in the competitive maritime industry and driving future revenue growth through a modern, efficient fleet.
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Share Repurchases
- SFL Corporation Ltd. authorized an equity buyback plan for $100 million of its shares as of August 2025.
- SFL's Shares Buyback Ratio for the quarter ending June 2025 was 0.55%, and for the fiscal year ending December 2024, it was -6.56%.
Share Issuance
- The number of SFL Corporation's outstanding shares increased by 5.64% in one year, reaching 132.74 million shares outstanding.
- SFL's quarterly shares outstanding were 0.133 billion for June 2025, 0.134 billion for March 2025, and 0.13 billion for December 2024.
Capital Expenditures
- Capital expenditures for SFL were -$480.77 million in the last 12 months (ending Q3 2025).
- Annual capital expenditures were $519 million in 2024, $398 million in 2023, $65 million in 2022, $211 million in 2021, and -$72 million in 2020.
- SFL's diverse fleet, including tanker vessels, bulkers, container vessels, car carriers, and offshore drilling rigs, suggests ongoing investments to maintain and grow its asset base.
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Financials
| Median | |
|---|---|
| Name | |
| Mkt Price | 15.66 |
| Mkt Cap | 1.0 |
| Rev LTM | 773 |
| Op Inc LTM | 228 |
| FCF LTM | 124 |
| FCF 3Y Avg | 254 |
| CFO LTM | 328 |
| CFO 3Y Avg | 432 |
Growth & Margins
| Median | |
|---|---|
| Name | |
| Rev Chg LTM | -16.7% |
| Rev Chg 3Y Avg | 16.7% |
| Rev Chg Q | -19.5% |
| QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM | -5.5% |
| Op Mgn LTM | 24.8% |
| Op Mgn 3Y Avg | 27.7% |
| QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM | -2.8% |
| CFO/Rev LTM | 38.3% |
| CFO/Rev 3Y Avg | 32.7% |
| FCF/Rev LTM | 13.0% |
| FCF/Rev 3Y Avg | 16.1% |
Price Behavior
| Market Price | $7.68 | |
| Market Cap ($ Bil) | 1.0 | |
| First Trading Date | 06/17/2004 | |
| Distance from 52W High | -22.7% | |
| 50 Days | 200 Days | |
| DMA Price | $7.59 | $7.82 |
| DMA Trend | down | up |
| Distance from DMA | 1.2% | -1.7% |
| 3M | 1YR | |
| Volatility | 32.1% | 36.3% |
| Downside Capture | 105.16 | 82.86 |
| Upside Capture | 85.28 | 55.38 |
| Correlation (SPY) | 26.9% | 40.2% |
| 1M | 2M | 3M | 6M | 1Y | 3Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beta | 0.58 | 0.60 | 0.58 | 0.68 | 0.72 | 0.74 |
| Up Beta | -1.43 | -0.93 | -0.39 | 0.10 | 0.70 | 0.64 |
| Down Beta | 1.39 | 0.87 | 0.86 | 0.97 | 0.87 | 0.89 |
| Up Capture | 204% | 116% | 67% | 58% | 39% | 37% |
| Bmk +ve Days | 13 | 26 | 39 | 74 | 142 | 427 |
| Stock +ve Days | 12 | 21 | 30 | 62 | 122 | 381 |
| Down Capture | 35% | 70% | 73% | 95% | 82% | 93% |
| Bmk -ve Days | 7 | 16 | 24 | 52 | 107 | 323 |
| Stock -ve Days | 8 | 21 | 33 | 61 | 118 | 343 |
[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
| Comparison of SFL With Other Asset Classes (Last 1Y) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SFL | Sector ETF | Equity | Gold | Commodities | Real Estate | Bitcoin | |
| Annualized Return | -12.3% | 20.4% | 18.8% | 72.9% | 9.0% | 3.7% | -11.4% |
| Annualized Volatility | 36.1% | 18.8% | 19.5% | 19.2% | 15.3% | 17.2% | 35.0% |
| Sharpe Ratio | -0.30 | 0.85 | 0.76 | 2.72 | 0.36 | 0.05 | -0.14 |
| Correlation With Other Assets | 36.9% | 40.2% | 11.2% | 41.8% | 28.1% | 22.1% | |
ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLI, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 5-Year Data
| Comparison of SFL With Other Asset Classes (Last 5Y) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SFL | Sector ETF | Equity | Gold | Commodities | Real Estate | Bitcoin | |
| Annualized Return | 13.9% | 13.8% | 14.8% | 18.9% | 11.8% | 4.7% | 35.5% |
| Annualized Volatility | 31.4% | 17.2% | 17.1% | 15.5% | 18.7% | 18.9% | 48.9% |
| Sharpe Ratio | 0.47 | 0.64 | 0.70 | 0.98 | 0.51 | 0.16 | 0.62 |
| Correlation With Other Assets | 36.4% | 33.8% | 15.9% | 35.4% | 28.1% | 13.9% | |
ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLI, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Based On 10-Year Data
| Comparison of SFL With Other Asset Classes (Last 10Y) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SFL | Sector ETF | Equity | Gold | Commodities | Real Estate | Bitcoin | |
| Annualized Return | 3.2% | 13.5% | 14.8% | 15.1% | 6.8% | 5.4% | 69.1% |
| Annualized Volatility | 34.8% | 19.9% | 18.0% | 14.8% | 17.6% | 20.8% | 55.8% |
| Sharpe Ratio | 0.19 | 0.60 | 0.71 | 0.85 | 0.31 | 0.23 | 0.90 |
| Correlation With Other Assets | 50.4% | 45.8% | 4.9% | 39.2% | 42.1% | 10.3% | |
ETFs used for asset classes: Sector ETF = XLI, Equity = SPY, Gold = GLD, Commodities = DBC, Real Estate = VNQ, and Bitcoin = BTCUSD
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Returns Analyses
SEC Filings
Expand for More| Report Date | Filing Date | Filing |
|---|---|---|
| 9302025 | 11122025 | 6-K 9/30/2025 |
| 6302025 | 9112025 | 6-K 6/30/2025 |
| 3312025 | 5142025 | 6-K 3/31/2025 |
| 12312024 | 3172025 | 20-F 12/31/2024 |
| 9302024 | 11072024 | 6-K 9/30/2024 |
| 6302024 | 8212024 | 6-K 6/30/2024 |
| 3312024 | 5282024 | 6-K 3/31/2024 |
| 12312023 | 3142024 | 20-F 12/31/2023 |
| 9302023 | 11292023 | 6-K 9/30/2023 |
| 6302023 | 8312023 | 6-K 6/30/2023 |
| 3312023 | 5152023 | 6-K 3/31/2023 |
| 12312022 | 3162023 | 20-F 12/31/2022 |
| 9302022 | 11252022 | 6-K 9/30/2022 |
| 6302022 | 8312022 | 6-K 6/30/2022 |
| 3312022 | 5132022 | 6-K 3/31/2022 |
| 12312021 | 3242022 | 20-F 12/31/2021 |
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