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Pyxis Tankers Inc (PXS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: PXS (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 $9
1 Year Target Price $9
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -20% | Avg. Invested days 58 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 28.57M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta -0.6 | 52 Weeks Range 2.47 - 5.19 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.47 - 5.19 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.02 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-08 | When - | Estimate 0.09 | Actual -0.19 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.26% | Operating Margin (TTM) -9.46% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.18% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.19% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 12.39 | Enterprise Value 67873982 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.64 |
Enterprise Value 67873982 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.64 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.52 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.27 | Shares Outstanding 10485900 | Shares Floating 4367468 |
Shares Outstanding 10485900 | Shares Floating 4367468 | ||
Percent Insiders 58.35 | Percent Institutions 1.91 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Pyxis Tankers Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Pyxis Tankers Inc. was founded in 2015 and is focused on the maritime transportation of refined petroleum products and other bulk liquid cargoes. The company operates a fleet of modern eco-efficient product tankers.
Core Business Areas
- Product Tanker Operations: Pyxis Tankers owns and operates a fleet of medium range (MR) product tankers, transporting refined petroleum products, such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and naphtha, as well as other liquid bulk cargoes. They charter their vessels to oil companies, trading houses, and other participants in the global energy market.
Leadership and Structure
Valentios (Eddie) Valentis is the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors with experience in the shipping industry and finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- MR Tanker Chartering: Pyxis Tankers provides chartering services for its MR tanker fleet. This includes both time charter (hiring a vessel for a specific period) and spot market voyages. Market share data is difficult to ascertain directly for Pyxis as it is a small player in a large market, but revenues can be directly tied to the rates charged for this segment. Competitors are other tanker owners and operators.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The product tanker industry is driven by global demand for refined petroleum products, regional supply imbalances, and refinery economics. It is sensitive to geopolitical events, economic growth, and environmental regulations.
Positioning
Pyxis Tankers is a smaller player focusing on modern, fuel-efficient vessels, aiming for operational efficiency and profitability in a competitive market. Their size gives them less negotiating power but also allows them to be more agile.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for seaborne transportation of refined petroleum products is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Pyxis is a small fraction of this market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Modern, eco-efficient fleet
- Experienced management team
- Strong relationships with charterers
- Focus on operational efficiency
Weaknesses
- Small fleet size compared to major players
- High debt levels
- Vulnerability to volatile tanker rates
- Limited geographic diversification
Opportunities
- Increasing global demand for refined products
- Scrapping of older, less efficient tankers
- Expansion into new markets or vessel types
- Strategic acquisitions to increase fleet size
Threats
- Fluctuations in tanker charter rates
- Rising fuel costs
- Geopolitical instability
- Environmental regulations
- Overcapacity in the tanker market
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TORM (TRMD)
- Scorpio Tankers Inc. (STNG)
- Ardmore Shipping Corporation (ASC)
- Hafnia Limited (HFNF)
Competitive Landscape
Pyxis Tankers competes with larger, more established players in the product tanker market. Its competitive advantage lies in its modern fleet and focus on operational efficiency, but it faces challenges due to its smaller size and higher debt levels. This advantage allows for Pyxis Tankers to be competitive against those with older fleets.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been dependent on fleet size, charter rates, and operational efficiency. Access to financial data is required to determine specific data.
Future Projections: Future projections depend on market conditions and fleet expansion plans. Analyst estimates would be needed for specific projections.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include fleet optimization, cost reduction measures, and strategic partnerships. These details require access to company announcements.
Summary
Pyxis Tankers is a small player in the competitive product tanker market with a modern fleet. While its focus on efficiency is a strength, its smaller size and debt pose challenges. The company needs to capitalize on market opportunities and manage risks effectively to achieve sustainable growth. Keeping up with the market and expansion will be key for Pyxis.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- Financial News Articles
- Industry Reports
- SEC Filings (if available)
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly.
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 Pyxis Tankers Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2015-11-03 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Valentios Valentis | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Midstream | Full time employees - | Website https://www.pyxistankers.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.pyxistankers.com | ||
Pyxis Tankers Inc. operates as a maritime transportation company with a focus on the tanker and dry-bulk sectors in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments: Tanker Vessels and Dry-Bulk Vessels. The company's fleet transports refined petroleum products, such as naphtha, gasoline, jet fuel, kerosene, diesel, and fuel oil, as well as other liquid bulk items, including vegetable oils and organic chemicals. As of March 28, 2025, it operated a fleet of three double hull product tankers and three dry-bulk vessels. Pyxis Tankers Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Marousi, Greece. Pyxis Tankers Inc. is a subsidiary of Maritime Investors Corp.
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