Upturn unsubscribed user
$1.14/ day, billed weekly
Cancel anytime
(Ad-Free, Unlimited access)​
NO CREDIT CARD REQUIRED
IMPP logo IMPP
Upturn stock ratingUpturn stock rating
IMPP logo

Imperial Petroleum Inc (IMPP)

Upturn stock ratingUpturn stock rating
$3.33
Last Close (24-hour delay)
upturn advisory
PASS
  • BUY Advisory
  • SELL Advisory (Profit)​
  • SELL Advisory (Loss)​
  • Profit
  • Loss
  • Pass (Skip investing)
Upturn Stock infoUpturn Stock info Stock price based on last close
*as per simulation
(see disclosures)
Time period over
  • ALL
  • YEAR
  • MONTH
  • WEEK

Upturn Advisory Summary

08/28/2025: IMPP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

rating

Not Recommended Performance

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

Number of Analysts

rating

1 Analysts rated it

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

1 Year Target Price $5.5

1 Year Target Price $5.5

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$5.5 Target price
52w Low $2.12
Current$3.33
52w High $4.55

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 34.12%
Avg. Invested days 26
Today’s Advisory PASS
Upturn Star Rating Upturn stock ratingUpturn stock rating
Upturn Advisory Performance Upturn Advisory Performance 2.0
Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance 3.0
Upturn Profits based on simulationUpturn Profits based on simulation Profits based on simulation
Upturn Profits based on simulationUpturn Profits based on simulation Last Close 08/28/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 114.60M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 2.77
1Y Target Price 5.5
Price to earnings Ratio 2.77
1Y Target Price 5.5
Volume (30-day avg) 1
Beta 1.03
52 Weeks Range 2.12 - 4.55
Updated Date 08/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 2.12 - 4.55
Updated Date 08/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.2

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 32.37%
Operating Margin (TTM) 24.38%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 5.17%
Return on Equity (TTM) 11.07%

Valuation

Trailing PE 2.77
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value -112749860
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83
Enterprise Value -112749860
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.05
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 0.11
Shares Outstanding 34415200
Shares Floating 11034903
Shares Outstanding 34415200
Shares Floating 11034903
Percent Insiders 37.54
Percent Institutions 17.77

ai summary icon Upturn AI SWOT

Imperial Petroleum Inc

stock logo

Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Imperial Petroleum Inc. was spun off from StealthGas Inc. in December 2021, focusing on the seaborne transportation of petroleum products.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Crude Oil and Petroleum Product Tankers: Ownership and operation of tankers for the transportation of crude oil and refined petroleum products.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Harry Vafias serves as the CEO and the company has a board of directors overseeing its operations.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Seaborne Transportation: Transportation of crude oil and petroleum products via its tanker fleet. Market share data is difficult to ascertain precisely due to the fragmented nature of the tanker market. Competitors include companies like Scorpio Tankers (STNG) and Ardmore Shipping (ASC).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The tanker industry is cyclical, influenced by factors like global oil demand, geopolitical events, and fleet supply. Currently, the market is experiencing volatility due to energy transition and geopolitical events.

Positioning

Imperial Petroleum Inc. operates in a competitive market and focuses on operating its tanker fleet efficiently. Their advantage lies in strategic vessel operation to capitalize on spot market rates.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global tanker market is valued in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Imperial Petroleum Inc.'s position is relatively small compared to the overall TAM.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Fleet of tankers
  • Experienced management team
  • Spot market focus

Weaknesses

  • Small fleet size
  • High debt levels
  • Dependence on volatile spot market

Opportunities

  • Expansion of fleet
  • Strategic alliances
  • Increased demand for petroleum products in emerging markets

Threats

  • Fluctuations in oil prices
  • Geopolitical risks
  • Environmental regulations
  • Overcapacity in the tanker market

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • STNG
  • ASC
  • DHT
  • TNP
  • FRO

Competitive Landscape

Imperial Petroleum Inc. is smaller compared to its larger competitors. The competitive advantage is dependent on its ability to operate efficiently.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Information Not available. Check SEC Filings.

Future Projections: Information Not available. Check Analyst Reports.

Recent Initiatives: Focus on operating existing fleet and exploring strategic opportunities.

Summary

Imperial Petroleum Inc. is a small player in the tanker industry facing volatile market conditions. While the company has a fleet and experienced management, it's also burdened with high debt. The company needs to carefully manage its finances and capitalize on strategic opportunities to achieve sustainable growth and needs to watch out for overcapacity and environmental regulations.

Peer Comparison

Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company Filings
  • Industry Reports
  • Market Data

Disclaimers:

The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share estimates are approximate. Consult a financial professional before making investment decisions.

Upturn AI SummarizationUpturn AI Summarization AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.

Upturn AI SummarizationUpturn AI Summarization Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.

Upturn AI SummarizationUpturn AI Summarization Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.

Upturn AI SummarizationUpturn AI Summarization AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.

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 -
Full time employees -

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.