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Global Partners LP (GLP)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/24/2025: GLP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
2 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $53
1 Year Target Price $53
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -2.42% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/24/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.55B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.61 | 1Y Target Price 53 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.61 | 1Y Target Price 53 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 0.93 | 52 Weeks Range 41.90 - 58.19 | Updated Date 10/25/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 41.90 - 58.19 | Updated Date 10/25/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.46% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.6 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.54% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.31% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.09% | Return on Equity (TTM) 16.33% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.61 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 3589823897 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 |
Enterprise Value 3589823897 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.2 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.95 | Shares Outstanding 33901015 | Shares Floating 27622886 |
Shares Outstanding 33901015 | Shares Floating 27622886 | ||
Percent Insiders 18.96 | Percent Institutions 48.38 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Global Partners LP
Company Overview
History and Background
Global Partners LP was founded in 1933 as a gasoline distributor. It has since expanded to become a major midstream logistics and marketing company, focusing on the distribution of energy products.
Core Business Areas
- Wholesale: This segment distributes gasoline, distillates, residual oil, and renewable fuels to gasoline stations, convenience stores, and other commercial customers.
- Retail: This segment operates a network of company-owned and leased gasoline stations and convenience stores, primarily under the Alltown and Xtra Mart brands.
- Commercial: This segment provides fuels and related services to commercial and industrial customers, including transportation companies, construction firms, and government entities.
Leadership and Structure
Global Partners LP is led by a management team headed by Eric Slifka (CEO). It operates as a master limited partnership (MLP).
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Gasoline: Global Partners LP distributes gasoline to its retail stations and wholesale customers. Competitors include major oil companies like ExxonMobil and Shell, as well as other regional distributors. Market share data is not readily available as it fluctuates heavily by region.
- Distillates (Heating Oil, Diesel): This includes heating oil and diesel fuel. Competitors include other major fuel distributors. Competitors include other major distributors and refiners, such as Sprague Resources LP and Buckeye Partners L.P. Market share data is fragmented and not easily consolidated.
- Convenience Store Items: The Alltown and Xtra Mart stores offer a range of convenience store items such as snacks, beverages, and tobacco products. Competitors include 7-Eleven, Circle K, and Cumberland Farms. Revenue and market share data for this segment are not publicly broken out.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The energy distribution industry is characterized by fluctuating commodity prices, regulatory changes, and increasing demand for renewable fuels. Demand is often influenced by seasonality and economic activity.
Positioning
Global Partners LP is a significant regional player in the Northeast, with a focus on gasoline distribution and retail operations. Its competitive advantages include a strong network of terminals and retail locations and established relationships with suppliers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US market for gasoline and fuel distribution is estimated to be several hundred billion dollars annually. Global Partners LP's TAM is limited to its regional footprint in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic states, but they have a strong presence within that region.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive Terminal Network
- Strong Retail Brand Recognition (Alltown, Xtra Mart)
- Experienced Management Team
- Diversified Revenue Streams (Wholesale, Retail, Commercial)
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to Commodity Price Fluctuations
- Geographic Concentration (Northeast)
- Reliance on Third-Party Suppliers
- High Debt Levels (common for MLPs)
Opportunities
- Expansion into New Markets
- Acquisitions of Smaller Competitors
- Increased Demand for Renewable Fuels
- Growth of Convenience Store Sales
Threats
- Increased Competition from Larger Oil Companies
- Regulatory Changes Impacting Fuel Standards
- Economic Downturn Reducing Fuel Demand
- Environmental Regulations (e.g., emissions standards)
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SUN
- AROC
- CEN
Competitive Landscape
Global Partners LP faces competition from larger, more diversified oil companies and other regional distributors. Its advantages include its regional focus and strong retail network.
Major Acquisitions
Warex LLC
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 300
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded its retail network and geographic footprint in the Northeast.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Global Partners LP has grown through a combination of organic expansion and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest moderate growth for Global Partners LP, driven by increasing fuel demand and expansion of its retail network.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its retail network and investing in renewable fuel infrastructure.
Summary
Global Partners LP is a regional energy distributor with a strong presence in the Northeast. It benefits from a diversified business model and a strong retail network. However, the company is vulnerable to commodity price fluctuations and regulatory changes. Recent acquisitions and investments in renewable fuels could drive future growth.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings, Analyst reports, Industry publications, SEC.gov
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance 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 Global Partners LP
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Waltham, MA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-09-29 | President, CEO & Vice Chairman of Global GP LLC Mr. Eric S. Slifka | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Midstream | Full time employees 3300 | Website https://www.globalp.com |
Full time employees 3300 | Website https://www.globalp.com | ||
Global Partners LP engages in the purchasing, selling, gathering, blending, storing, and logistics of transporting gasoline and gasoline blendstocks, distillates, residual oil, renewable fuels, crude oil, and propane to wholesalers, retailers, and commercial customers. The company operates through three segments: Wholesale, Gasoline Distribution and Station Operations (GDSO), and Commercial. The Wholesale segment sells home heating oil, branded and unbranded gasoline and gasoline blendstocks, diesel, kerosene, and residual oil to retailers and wholesale distributors. This segment transports the products by railcars, barges, trucks and/or pipelines. The GDSO segment sells branded and unbranded gasoline to gasoline station operators and sub-jobbers; operates convenience stores and prepared food sales; and provides car wash, lottery, and ATM services, as well as leases gasoline stations. The Commercial segment sells and delivers unbranded gasoline, home heating oil, diesel, kerosene, residual oil, and bunker fuel to customers in the public sector, as well as to commercial and industrial end-users; and sells custom blended fuels. The company is involved in the transportation of petroleum products and renewable fuels through rail from the mid-continent region of the United States and Canada. Global Partners LP was founded in 2005 and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts.
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