Hafnia Limited(HAFN)

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5-STAR RATING
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BUY for 27 days
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09/24/2026: HAFN (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 27 days. Simulated Profits (21.36%). Updated daily EoD!

Hafnia Limited is a major global player in the product and chemical tanker shipping industry, managing a large, modern fleet. The company's primary strength lies in its scale, fuel-efficient vessels, and integrated commercial pools, which allow it to capitalize on fluctuations in global energy trade. Its investment story centers on high cash generation during strong shipping cycles, often supporting meaningful shareholder dividends. However, investors must be aware of risks including high sensitivity to volatile freight rates, global energy transition trends, and the cyclical nature of the shipping industry. Hafnia may suit income-oriented or value investors who are comfortable with the cyclical risks inherent in global maritime trade.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers growth through fleet expansion, but remains tied to cyclical energy markets.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveShipping stocks often experience strong momentum during periods of tightening supply-demand and rising freight rates.
Value investorStrong fitHafnia often trades at valuations that reflect cyclical pessimism, potentially offering value to patient investors.
Dividend investorStrong fitThe company's variable dividend policy can provide significant income during peak cycles.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe inherent volatility of global shipping rates makes this unsuitable for low-risk-averse profiles.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighShipping rates fluctuate wildly based on global events and demand shifts.
Valuation riskMediumEquity prices are closely tied to cyclical peaks that can rapidly deflate.
Competition risk (freight market)Medium / highSupply influx from peers can rapidly erode high shipping margins.
Business qualityMediumThe company is a strong operator but operates in a commoditized, capital-heavy industry.
Dividend incomeMedium / highDividends are variable and depend entirely on the company's ability to remain profitable in a cyclical market.
Execution riskMediumEffective fleet management and pool utilization are critical to maintaining margins.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 40.6%
Avg. Invested days 38
Today’s Advisory Regular Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
HAFN receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
HAFN has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong cash generation (FCF margin 17.5%) and solid profitability (net margin 14.9%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-54.8%), negative revenue growth (-18.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
HAFN's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (17.5% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
HAFN's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -18.1% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-54.8%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-58.0%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 37.7% and approximately 48.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 46.06% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
HAFN generates approximately $180 of gross profit, $143 of operating income, and $175 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong cash conversion and healthy margins support the rating, although capital efficiency remains below the highest tier.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 0.73%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
HAFN has a high-quality, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.55B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 7.34
1Y Target Price 10.25
Price to earnings Ratio 7.34
1Y Target Price 10.25
Volume (30-day avg) 2.2M shares
Beta -0.15
52 Weeks Range 4.59 - 10.12
Updated Date 09/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 4.59 - 10.12
Updated Date 09/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 12.04%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.24

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Product Tanker ShippingChartering out vessels for refined oil transport.The primary way they make money is by moving fuel around the world for energy companies.
Chemical Tanker ShippingTransporting liquid chemicals for industrial use.This provides diversification beyond just oil products into industrial chemicals.
Commercial Pool ManagementManaging pools of ships for fees and performance.They earn management fees by helping other ship owners maximize their ships' earnings.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-08-28
When Before Market
Estimate 0.51
Actual 0.56

Profitability

Profit Margin 24.7%
Operating Margin (TTM) 29.51%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 9.65%
Return on Equity (TTM) 26.61%

Valuation

Trailing PE 7.34
Forward PE 12.25
Enterprise Value 5.30B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.71
Enterprise Value 5.30B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.71
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.99
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.88
Shares Outstanding 499.78M
Shares Floating 241.59M
Shares Outstanding 499.78M
Shares Floating 241.59M
Percent Insiders 46.06
Percent Institutions 37.65

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Hafnia Limited

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 2020-06-18
CEO -
Sector Industrials
Industry Marine Shipping
Full time employees 4000
Full time employees 4000

Hafnia Limited., an investment holding company, owns and operates oil product tankers in Bermuda. It operates through Long Range II, Long Range I, Medium Range (MR), and Handy Size segments. The company transports clean and dirty, refined oil products, vegetable oil, and easy chemicals to national and international oil companies, and chemical companies, as well as trading and utility companies. It also engages in ship owning, chartering, and provision of maritime services in the product and chemical tankers market. The company was formerly known as BW Tankers Limited and changed its name to Hafnia Limited. In January 2019. Hafnia Limited was founded in 2010 and is based in Singapore.