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Imperial Petroleum Inc (IMPP)
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12/04/2025: IMPP (1-star) is a SELL. SELL since 5 days. Simulated Profits (36.73%). Updated daily EoD!
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Not Recommended Performance
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Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $6
1 Year Target Price $6
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 43.46% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/04/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 166.63M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 4.65 | 1Y Target Price 6 |
Price to earnings Ratio 4.65 | 1Y Target Price 6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 1.18 | 52 Weeks Range 2.12 - 6.57 | Updated Date 12/5/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.12 - 6.57 | Updated Date 12/5/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.99 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 29.79% | Operating Margin (TTM) 22.48% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.12% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.01% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 4.65 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value -54926288 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.31 |
Enterprise Value -54926288 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.31 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.05 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 0.11 | Shares Outstanding 36224837 | Shares Floating 11525169 |
Shares Outstanding 36224837 | Shares Floating 11525169 | ||
Percent Insiders 28.94 | Percent Institutions 16.35 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Imperial Petroleum Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Imperial Petroleum Inc. was spun off from StealthGas Inc. in December 2021. It focuses on owning and operating tanker vessels worldwide.
Core Business Areas
- Crude Oil Tankers: Transportation of crude oil via its fleet of tankers.
- Product Tankers: Transportation of refined petroleum products via its fleet of tankers.
Leadership and Structure
Harry N. Vafias serves as Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a typical corporate structure with departments for operations, finance, and compliance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil Transportation: Transportation of crude oil. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but Imperial operates within the broader crude oil shipping market. Competitors include DHT Holdings, Euronav, and Frontline.
- Refined Product Transportation: Transportation of refined petroleum products. Similar to crude, specific market share data is not readily available. Competitors include Scorpio Tankers and TORM.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The tanker industry is cyclical, influenced by factors such as global oil demand, geopolitical events, and vessel supply. Recent volatility is driven by the Russia-Ukraine war and changing trade flows.
Positioning
Imperial Petroleum is a smaller player in the tanker market, focusing on both crude and product transportation. Its competitive advantage, if any, lies in operational efficiency and niche market participation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global tanker shipping market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars. Imperial Petroleum, with a relatively small fleet, captures a tiny fraction of this TAM. Their positioning is one of a smaller, independent operator within this massive market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Dedicated tanker fleet
- Experienced management team
- Participation in both crude and product markets
Weaknesses
- Small fleet size relative to major players
- High debt levels
- Reliance on volatile tanker rates
Opportunities
- Expansion of fleet through acquisitions
- Increased demand for oil transportation
- Strategic alliances with larger players
Threats
- Fluctuations in tanker rates
- Geopolitical instability
- Environmental regulations
- Overcapacity in the tanker market
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DHT
- EURN
- STNG
- TORM
Competitive Landscape
Imperial Petroleum faces intense competition from larger, more established players in the tanker market. Its smaller fleet size poses a challenge in achieving economies of scale. It must concentrate on specific routes or contracts where its fleet is suitable.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been moderate, primarily driven by tanker rates and fleet utilization. Fluctuations are expected, based on the broader industry.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are uncertain and dependent on tanker market recovery and successful fleet expansion. Analyst estimates vary widely. Data unavailable
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include fleet management strategies and potential vessel acquisitions.
Summary
Imperial Petroleum is a small player in the volatile tanker market, facing risks such as fluctuating rates and debt levels. Its strengths lie in its dedicated fleet, while weaknesses include its size relative to competitors. Future success depends on effective fleet management and capitalizing on opportunities in a dynamic market, all while managing debt efficiently. The company is high risk and high reward.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Public Filings
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment 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.
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About Imperial Petroleum Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2021-12-07 | CEO, President & Chairman Mr. Harry N. Vafias | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Midstream | Full time employees - | Website https://www.imperialpetro.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.imperialpetro.com | ||
Imperial Petroleum Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides seaborne transportation services worldwide. The company owns and operates a fleet of medium range refined petroleum product tankers that carry refined petroleum products, such as gasoline, diesel, fuel oil, and jet fuel, as well as edible oils and chemicals; suezmax tankers that carry crude oil; and handysize drybulk carriers that transport bulks, such as iron ore, coal, grains, bauxite, phosphate, and fertilizers. It serves oil producers, refineries, commodities traders and producers, and industrial users of drybulk cargoes. Imperial Petroleum Inc. was incorporated in 2021 and is based in Athens, Greece.
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