10 Best Shipping Stocks With Dividends

4. ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE:ZIM)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 23

ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE:ZIM) ranks among the major players in the cargo shipping industry, operating a fleet of over 130 vessels, including large container ships that move goods for manufacturing and retail clients.

Although the shipping sector tends to follow a boom-and-bust cycle, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE:ZIM) benefits from having a comparatively modern fleet, which helps reduce fuel consumption and maintenance expenses. In addition, the company holds a strong presence on key global trade routes, particularly those connecting Asia and Europe.

In the first quarter of 2025, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (NYSE:ZIM) reported a strong cash position. The company’s operating cash flow for the quarter came in at $855 million, up from $326 million in the same period last year. Its free cash flow also grew from $787 million to $303 million from the prior-year period. During the quarter, it returned $89 million to shareholders through dividends. The company currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.74 per share.