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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/12/2025: BRN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -64.55% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.86M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta -0.29 | 52 Weeks Range 1.15 - 2.53 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.15 - 2.53 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.71 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -32.25% | Operating Margin (TTM) -37.35% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -10.1% | Return on Equity (TTM) -53% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 10543170 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.61 |
Enterprise Value 10543170 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.61 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.54 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.98 | Shares Outstanding 10053500 | Shares Floating 4905019 |
Shares Outstanding 10053500 | Shares Floating 4905019 | ||
Percent Insiders 56.96 | Percent Institutions 12.35 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Barnwell Industries Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Barnwell Industries, Inc. was incorporated in 1956. Initially focused on oil and gas exploration, it has diversified into land investment and development, and contract drilling.
Core Business Areas
- Land Investment and Development: Barnwell invests in and develops land, primarily in Hawaii. This includes acquiring, entitling, and selling land parcels for residential and commercial use.
- Contract Drilling: Barnwell provides contract drilling services for water wells and other applications, mainly in Hawaii.
- Oil and Natural Gas: The company has interests in oil and natural gas wells. Although it has diminished in relative importance, this remains a source of income.
Leadership and Structure
Mr. Alexander C. Kinzler serves as Chief Executive Officer and President. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors and various management teams overseeing different business segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Land Sales: Barnwell's primary revenue driver is selling developed land parcels. Market share data is fragmented, but they are a significant player in certain Hawaiian markets. Competitors include large developers like D.R. Horton and local Hawaiian developers.
- Contract Drilling Services: Drilling services for water wells and other applications in Hawaii. The competitive landscape includes local drilling companies. No specific Market share data available. Competitors include local drilling companies.
- Oil and Natural Gas Revenue: Revenue generated from royalty interest in oil and natural gas properties, and are dependent on the output, price and operating costs of the production of these properties. Competitors are other companies who operate in the same oil fields.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The land investment market in Hawaii is competitive and sensitive to economic conditions, tourism, and government regulations. The drilling services market is driven by infrastructure development and water resource management. The oil and gas market is volatile and subject to commodity price fluctuations.
Positioning
Barnwell is positioned as a diversified company with a focus on the Hawaiian market. Its competitive advantages include its local knowledge and experience, especially in land development, and access to capital. The company has royalty revenue to balance any fluctuations in the market.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for Hawaiian land development can be estimated at several billion dollars annually, based on real estate sales volume. The TAM for drilling services is smaller, in the tens of millions. The TAM for oil and gas is dependent on the price of oil. Barnwell is well-positioned within the Hawaiian TAM because the company has royalty revenue.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified revenue streams
- Experience in Hawaiian market
- Land holdings
- Long-term focus
Weaknesses
- Small market capitalization
- Dependence on Hawaiian economy
- Oil and Gas revenue can fluctuate
- Lack of diversified land holding. Most holdings are in Hawaii.
Opportunities
- Increased demand for housing in Hawaii
- Expansion of drilling services
- Strategic land acquisitions
- Growing tourism sector
Threats
- Economic downturn in Hawaii
- Increased competition in land development
- Changes in government regulations
- Fluctuations in oil and gas prices
- Natural disasters
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DHI
- ALUAF
- KBH
Competitive Landscape
Barnwell has the advantage of local knowledge in Hawaii, but has a smaller market share than the national homebuilders.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Analysis of Barnwell Industries Inc's historical growth trends over the past years should be done using financial information and relevant documentation.
Future Projections: Projections for Barnwell Industries Inc's future growth should be based on analyst estimates and industry forecasts.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives undertaken by Barnwell Industries Inc should be highlighted, including significant land acquisitions, partnerships, or new ventures.
Summary
Barnwell Industries is a small, diversified company focused on Hawaiian land development and contract drilling. Its local expertise and diversified revenue streams provide stability. However, its small size and dependence on the Hawaiian economy present challenges. The company should continue to capitalize on opportunities in the Hawaiian real estate market and manage risks associated with economic fluctuations.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Market Analysis Data
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions can change, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
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.
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About Barnwell Industries Inc
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Honolulu, HI, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1984-09-07 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Craig D. Hopkins | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 27 | Website https://www.brninc.com |
Full time employees 27 | Website https://www.brninc.com |
Barnwell Industries, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, acquires and develops crude oil and natural gas assets in Canada. It operates through three segments: Oil and Natural Gas, Land Investment, and Contract Drilling. The company produces and sells oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids; owns interest in land developments; owns and operates threes water well drilling rigs, two pump rigs, and other ancillary drilling and pump equipment; and drills water and water monitoring wells of varying depths. It also installs and repairs water pumping systems; and distributes pumps and equipment. The company was incorporated in 1956 and is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii.

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