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StealthGas Inc (GASS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: GASS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
AI Based Fundamental Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 41.89% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 214.20M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 3.07 | 1Y Target Price 10 |
Price to earnings Ratio 3.07 | 1Y Target Price 10 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 105959 | Beta 0.75 | 52 Weeks Range 4.82 - 8.84 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.82 - 8.84 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.9 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 41.77% | Operating Margin (TTM) 32.39% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.23% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.88% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 3.07 | Forward PE 6.77 | Enterprise Value 210299088 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.28 |
Enterprise Value 210299088 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.28 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.3 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.42 | Shares Outstanding 36741400 | Shares Floating 16117081 |
Shares Outstanding 36741400 | Shares Floating 16117081 | ||
Percent Insiders 30.36 | Percent Institutions 42.01 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 10 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy - |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
StealthGas Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
StealthGas Inc., founded in 2004, is a ship-owning company primarily engaged in the transportation of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). It has grown from a small fleet to one of the leading owners of LPG carriers, focusing on the smaller, pressurized segment of the market. It went public in 2005.
Core Business Areas
- LPG Transportation: StealthGas owns and operates a fleet of LPG carriers, providing seaborne transportation services to energy companies and traders. Their focus is primarily on smaller, pressurized vessels.
Leadership and Structure
Harry Vafias serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors overseeing its operations and strategic direction.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pressurized LPG Transportation: StealthGas focuses on the transportation of LPG using pressurized vessels. They cater to niche markets requiring smaller vessel sizes. It is difficult to provide an exact market share but StealthGas is a major player in the small pressurized LPG carrier segment. Competitors include Dorian LPG and BW LPG, though those companies primarily operate larger vessels.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The LPG shipping industry is influenced by global energy demand, production levels, and trade flows. Demand for LPG is driven by residential heating, industrial use, and as a feedstock for petrochemical production.
Positioning
StealthGas is positioned as a key player in the small pressurized LPG carrier segment, serving niche markets and regions with limited port infrastructure. They have a competitive advantage in this specific market due to their specialized fleet.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The overall LPG transportation market is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. StealthGas, focusing on the smaller vessel segment, captures a portion of this market. The specific TAM for pressurized LPG transportation is not readily available but is significant given the demand for smaller vessel sizes in specific regions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized Fleet
- Strong relationships with charterers
- Experienced management team
- Focus on niche markets
Weaknesses
- Small Cap Stock
- Dependence on LPG market conditions
- High debt levels
- Limited diversification
Opportunities
- Growing LPG demand in emerging markets
- Expansion of fleet capacity
- Development of new trading routes
- Acquisitions of smaller competitors
Threats
- Fluctuations in LPG prices
- Increased competition from larger shipping companies
- Geopolitical risks
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Dorian LPG (LPG)
- BW LPG (BWLPG)
Competitive Landscape
StealthGas competes with larger shipping companies, but its focus on smaller, pressurized vessels provides a niche advantage. The bigger companies focus more on large LPG carriers while StealthGas is specifically after niche markets.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth depends on market conditions and fleet expansion.
Future Projections: Future projections depend on market conditions and analyst estimates.
Recent Initiatives: Fleet renewal and optimization, expansion into new markets are common strategies.
Summary
StealthGas Inc. is a specialized player in the LPG transportation market, particularly in the smaller, pressurized vessel segment. Its niche focus provides a competitive advantage, but the company is susceptible to market fluctuations and competition. The company needs to look out for environmental regulations that would affect the shipping industry. Its growth potential relies on expanding its fleet and penetrating emerging markets. Stealthgas Inc. needs to improve their debt levels.
Similar Companies
- LPG
- BWLPG
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company website, SEC filings, Industry reports, Analyst reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About StealthGas Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-10-06 | President, CEO, CFO & Non-Independent Director Mr. Harry N. Vafias | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Marine Shipping | Full time employees - | Website https://www.stealthgas.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.stealthgas.com | ||
StealthGas Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides seaborne transportation services to liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) producers and users worldwide. The company's carriers carry various petroleum gas products in liquefied form, including propane, butane, butadiene, isopropane, propylene, and vinyl chloride monomer, as well as ammonia; refined petroleum products, such as gasoline, diesel, fuel oil, and jet fuel; and edible oils and chemicals. It offers crude oil and natural gas. The company operates a fleet of 33 LPG carries, including six JV vessels. StealthGas Inc. was incorporated in 2004 and is based in Athens, Greece.
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