Dear EMF Investors,

In light of the current uncertainty and geopolitical tensions affecting global markets, we would like to sincerely thank you for your continued trust in and commitment to European Maritime Finance.

We have experienced a solid inflow of new investors over the recent period, and it is encouraging to see that more investors are recognizing the value of holding a diversified portfolio, including alternative investments such as ours.

A stable sector within a volatile world
While equity markets have experienced significant volatility and declines in recent months, the underlying values in the shipping sector have remained stable. In fact, certain segments, such as tankers, have seen earnings rise sharply during this period, demonstrating the potential for alternative investments to perform countercyclically to traditional markets. As noted by JP Morgan Asset Management (see figure below), alternative assets can help reduce overall portfolio volatility, offering stability during turbulent periods.

Despite the broader geopolitical uncertainty, most shipping markets continue to develop steadily. We remain confident in both our investments and the opportunities ahead.

Thank you for being part of EMF, we look forward to continuing our journey together.