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StealthGas Inc (GASS)

StealthGas Inc (GASS) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/05/2025: GASS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Upturn Star Rating

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Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

1 Analysts rated it

Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.

1 Year Target Price $10

1 Year Target Price $10

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$10 Target price
52w Low $4.82
Current$7.03
52w High $8.18

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 120.06%
Avg. Invested days 38
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Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance icon 3.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 5.0
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 12/05/2025

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

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StealthGas Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo 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.

Company business area logo 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 logo 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

Product Key Offerings logo 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 logo 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 competitor logo 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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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Industry Reports
  • Financial News Outlets

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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 -
Full time employees -

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.