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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: ASC (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $13.07
1 Year Target Price $13.07
3 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 6.91% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 426.88M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.18 | 1Y Target Price 13.07 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.18 | 1Y Target Price 13.07 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 0.04 | 52 Weeks Range 8.28 - 18.96 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 8.28 - 18.96 | Updated Date 08/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.64% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.03 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-31 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.1887 | Actual 0.22 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 14.48% | Operating Margin (TTM) 14.54% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.71% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.22% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.18 | Forward PE 3.39 | Enterprise Value 437892050 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.32 |
Enterprise Value 437892050 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.32 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.35 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.08 | Shares Outstanding 40694300 | Shares Floating 36008493 |
Shares Outstanding 40694300 | Shares Floating 36008493 | ||
Percent Insiders 15.7 | Percent Institutions 67.31 |
Upturn AI SWOT
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Company Overview
History and Background
Ardmore Shipping Corporation was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Cork, Ireland. It is engaged in the seaborne transportation of petroleum products and chemicals globally. Since its founding, the company has focused on operating a modern fleet of fuel-efficient mid-size product and chemical tankers.
Core Business Areas
- Product Tankers: Ardmore owns and operates a fleet of modern, fuel-efficient MR (Medium Range) product and chemical tankers. These vessels transport clean petroleum products like gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, as well as chemicals.
Leadership and Structure
Anthony Gurnee serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors and a management team responsible for various aspects of the business, including operations, finance, and commercial activities. Ardmore Shipping is incorporated in the Marshall Islands.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- MR Product Tanker Transportation: Ardmore's primary service involves transporting refined petroleum products and chemicals using its fleet of MR tankers. Revenue generation is tied to voyage charters and time charters. Market share is fragmented, with numerous competitors in the tanker market. Competitors include Scorpio Tankers (STNG) and Hafnia.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The tanker industry is cyclical and influenced by factors such as global oil demand, refinery output, trade routes, and vessel supply. Geopolitical events and regulations (e.g., IMO 2020) also significantly impact the market.
Positioning
Ardmore Shipping positions itself as a provider of modern, fuel-efficient tankers, aiming to achieve operational efficiencies and reduce emissions. Their smaller tanker size allows for port flexibility. Their strategy revolves around vessel optimization and fleet utilization.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global seaborne petroleum and chemical transportation market is valued in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Ardmore holds a small percentage of this overall market and is positioning themselves to capture a larger share with a young modern fleet.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Modern and fuel-efficient fleet
- Strong relationships with charterers
- Experienced management team
- Focus on operational efficiency
Weaknesses
- Small size compared to major competitors
- Exposure to volatile spot market rates
- High debt levels
- Dependence on global economic conditions
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for refined petroleum products
- Expansion into new markets and trade routes
- Acquisition of additional vessels
- Implementation of new technologies to reduce costs and emissions
Threats
- Fluctuations in spot market rates
- Increased competition from other tanker operators
- Rising fuel costs
- Geopolitical risks and trade wars
- Environmental regulations and pressure to reduce emissions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- STNG
- DHT
- FRO
Competitive Landscape
Ardmore's advantages include a modern fleet and focus on efficiency. Disadvantages include smaller scale and exposure to market volatility.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Ardmore's growth has been tied to fleet expansion and market conditions. Historical data would show periods of rapid growth during favorable market conditions.
Future Projections: Future growth is projected based on expansion plans, market forecasts, and the company's ability to capitalize on opportunities. Analyst estimates vary depending on market outlook.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives have included fleet optimization and expansion into new trade routes.
Summary
Ardmore Shipping operates a modern fleet of product tankers and faces the cyclical nature of the shipping industry. Their focus on efficiency and strategic expansion position them for growth. However, they are exposed to market volatility and competition. Success will depend on effective fleet management and capitalizing on market opportunities.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings, industry reports, financial news sources.
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Data may be delayed or inaccurate.
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 Ardmore Shpng
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-08-01 | CEO & Director Mr. Gernot Ruppelt | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Marine Shipping | Full time employees 56 | Website https://ardmoreshipping.com |
Full time employees 56 | Website https://ardmoreshipping.com |
Ardmore Shipping Corporation engages in the seaborne transportation of petroleum products and chemicals worldwide. The company's fleet consists of 26 vessels, including 22 owned Eco-design vessels and four chartered-in vessels. It serves oil majors, oil companies, oil and chemical traders, chemical companies, and pooling service providers. Ardmore Shipping Corporation was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda.

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