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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/05/2025: GASS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $10
1 Year Target Price $10
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 120.06% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 261.24M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 4.18 | 1Y Target Price 10 |
Price to earnings Ratio 4.18 | 1Y Target Price 10 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.22 | 52 Weeks Range 4.82 - 8.18 | Updated Date 12/5/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.82 - 8.18 | Updated Date 12/5/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.68 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-11-25 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.31 | Actual 0.36 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 35.02% | Operating Margin (TTM) 26.92% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.2% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.65% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 4.18 | Forward PE 6.77 | Enterprise Value 187583698 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.47 |
Enterprise Value 187583698 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.47 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.06 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.14 | Shares Outstanding 37161373 | Shares Floating 14527754 |
Shares Outstanding 37161373 | Shares Floating 14527754 | ||
Percent Insiders 31.1 | Percent Institutions 38.32 |
Upturn AI SWOT
StealthGas Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
StealthGas Inc. was founded in 2004 and is a ship-owning company primarily serving the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector. It has grown from a small fleet to become a significant player in the seaborne transportation of LPG products.
Core Business Areas
- LPG Transportation: StealthGas Inc. specializes in the seaborne transportation of LPG, serving international energy companies, trading houses, and national oil companies.
Leadership and Structure
The company's leadership includes senior executives with extensive experience in the shipping industry. The organizational structure is typical of a ship-owning company, with departments for operations, finance, and commercial management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- LPG Transportation Services: StealthGas Inc. provides transportation services for LPG cargoes using a fleet of specialized vessels. They are exposed to the LPG shipping market, with competitors like BW LPG (BWLPG.OL) and Avance Gas (AVANCE.OL). Specific market share data for each player fluctuates, as the shipping market is dependent upon freight rates.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The LPG shipping industry is driven by the global demand for LPG as an energy source and feedstock for petrochemicals. The industry is influenced by factors such as energy prices, geopolitical events, and the growth of LPG production in regions like the US.
Positioning
StealthGas Inc. is positioned as a key player in the smaller LPG carrier segment. They have a moderately sized fleet focused on the handysize and small LPG carrier sizes. Their competitive advantage lies in their fleet size, relationships with charterers, and cost-efficient operations.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for LPG shipping is estimated in the billions of dollars annually. StealthGas is positioned to capture a part of this TAM, focused on the smaller LPG carrier segment.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Modern fleet of LPG carriers
- Strong relationships with charterers
- Experienced management team
- Cost-efficient operations
Weaknesses
- Exposure to volatile LPG shipping rates
- Reliance on a single business segment
- Debt levels
Opportunities
- Increased demand for LPG in developing countries
- Expansion of LPG production in North America
- Growing petrochemical industry
- Potential acquisitions of smaller fleets
Threats
- Oversupply of LPG carriers
- Fluctuations in energy prices
- Geopolitical instability
- Stringent environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BWLPG.OL
- AVANCE.OL
- DHT.OL
Competitive Landscape
StealthGas competes with larger players in the LPG shipping market. Its advantages include a specialized focus on smaller LPG carriers and strong relationships with key charterers. Disadvantages include smaller scale compared to larger competitors.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: StealthGas Inc.'s historical growth has been tied to the expansion of its fleet and the overall growth in LPG demand. Growth has fluctuated based on LPG shipping rates.
Future Projections: Future growth will depend on the company's ability to secure new charters, expand its fleet strategically, and manage its operating costs effectively. Analyst estimates are highly variable.
Recent Initiatives: StealthGas focuses on fleet renewal and optimization of their vessel employment.
Summary
StealthGas Inc. is a player in the LPG shipping market, benefiting from growing global demand for LPG. The company faces challenges related to market volatility and competition. Fleet renewal and securing long-term charters are essential for sustained success, while keeping debt levels in check is key.
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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 LPG carriers carry various petroleum gas products in liquefied form, including propane, butane, butadiene, isopropane, propylene, and vinyl chloride monomer, as well as ammonia. It also offers crude oil and natural gas. The company operates a fleet of 31 LPG carries, including three JV vessels. StealthGas Inc. was incorporated in 2004 and is based in Athens, Greece.

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