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Pyxis Tankers Inc (PXS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/03/2025: 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 $9.5
1 Year Target Price $9.5
| 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 07/03/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 30.30M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 4.45 | 1Y Target Price 9.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 4.45 | 1Y Target Price 9.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta -0.56 | 52 Weeks Range 2.53 - 5.53 | Updated Date 07/4/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.53 - 5.53 | Updated Date 07/4/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.65 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 20.23% | Operating Margin (TTM) 16.24% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.65% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.22% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 4.45 | Forward PE 3.99 | Enterprise Value 72538432 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.61 |
Enterprise Value 72538432 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.61 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.47 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.16 | Shares Outstanding 10485900 | Shares Floating 4367468 |
Shares Outstanding 10485900 | Shares Floating 4367468 | ||
Percent Insiders 58.35 | Percent Institutions 1.55 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Pyxis Tankers Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Pyxis Tankers Inc. was founded in 2015. It focuses on operating a fleet of eco-efficient product tankers engaged in seaborne transportation of refined petroleum products and other bulk liquid cargoes.
Core Business Areas
- Product Tanker Operations: Pyxis Tankers operates a fleet of medium range (MR) product tankers. These tankers are used for the transportation of refined petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, and naphtha. The company charters its vessels to oil companies, traders, and other customers.
Leadership and Structure
Valentios (Eddie) Valentis serves as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors and operates with a standard corporate structure.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- MR Product Tanker Chartering: The primary offering is chartering of its MR product tanker fleet for transporting refined petroleum products. Market share is difficult to ascertain precisely but estimates put it <1% globally. Competitors include larger tanker companies like Scorpio Tankers (STNG), Ardmore Shipping (ASC), and Torm PLC (TRMD).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The product tanker industry is influenced by factors such as global demand for refined petroleum products, refinery production, geopolitical events, and vessel supply. The market can be volatile with freight rates fluctuating based on supply and demand dynamics.
Positioning
Pyxis Tankers is a smaller player in a fragmented market. Its competitive advantage lies in its modern, eco-efficient fleet, which reduces fuel consumption and emissions. Its small size allows for nimbleness but also creates scale disadvantages.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global product tanker market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Pyxis Tankers holds a tiny fraction of the TAM, indicating significant potential for growth, but also highlighting its vulnerability to larger competitors.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Modern, eco-efficient fleet
- Experienced management team
- Focus on specific market niche (MR tankers)
Weaknesses
- Small fleet size
- Limited financial resources compared to larger competitors
- High debt level
Opportunities
- Increase in demand for refined petroleum products in developing countries
- Expansion of its fleet through acquisitions or newbuilds
- Strategic alliances with larger shipping companies
Threats
- Fluctuations in freight rates
- Increased competition from larger tanker companies
- Geopolitical risks and trade wars
- Environmental regulations and fuel costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- STNG
- ASC
- TRMD
Competitive Landscape
Pyxis Tankers competes with larger, more established tanker companies. Its smaller size and eco-efficient fleet are its key differentiators, however it must be able to maintain competitive costs to be sucessful.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been inconsistent due to market volatility.
Future Projections: Future projections are dependent on tanker market conditions, fleet expansion, and cost management. Analyst estimates should be consulted.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include fleet optimization and cost control measures.
Summary
Pyxis Tankers is a small player in the product tanker market with a modern fleet. While its eco-efficient vessels provide a competitive edge, its limited scale and high debt pose challenges. Success hinges on navigating market volatility, managing costs, and pursuing strategic growth opportunities. Its financial performance is highly sensitive to tanker freight rates.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC filings
- Industry reports
- Market analysis reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions can change rapidly, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
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 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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