StealthGas Inc. reported double-digit net income growth and significant debt reduction, indicating strong financial health and potential stock price appreciation. The company announced a new stock repurchase program, suggesting confidence in undervalued shares and potential for accelerated price dynamics. GASS has consistently delivered positive cash flow and free cash flow, with substantial upside potential according to financial models.
StealthGas Inc. (NASDAQ:GASS ) Q4 2024 Earnings Conference Call February 21, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Michael Jolliffe - Chairman of the Board Harry Vafias - CEO Konstantinos Sistovaris - CFO Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the StealthGas Inc. Q4 2024 Results Conference Call and Webcast [Operator Instructions].
StealthGas is trading at a discount, presenting a buying opportunity due to strong debt management and strategic fleet expansion. GASS's financial performance has been solid, with stable revenues, positive net income since 2022, and a favorable EPS outlook. The company's debt to equity ratio is significantly better than the sector average, indicating excellent debt management and a positive financial outlook.
StealthGas (GASS) is undervalued compared to peers, with strong financial health, high profitability, and a plan to go debt-free within 12 months. The firm has $220m in pre-booked revenue for 2025, with a projected earnings before tax of $70.51m, up 9.3%. GASS trades at a discount to book value, with a potential share price target of $19.85, offering a 277.37% upside.
StealthGas is set to release Q2 2024 earnings in just a couple of weeks, with a 35% drop in share price since June 2024. Despite a 16% reduction in thier fleet size, StealthGas achieved a 14% YoY increase in net voyage revenue and a 5% YoY rise in net income in Q1 2024. Management's debt reduction plans will lead to higher margins for FY 2024, and I am highly encouraged by their recent share buyback activity.
StealthGas Inc. (NASDAQ:GASS ) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript May 22, 2024 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Michael Jolliffe - Chairman Konstantinos Sistovaris - CFO Harry Vafias - CEO Operator Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the StealthGas Q1 2024 Results Conference Call and Webcast.
StealthGas remains one of my top speculative picks. The company is a bet on widening the deficit of small/handysize LPG carriers. GASS delivered good 2023 results, including robust operating and FCF growth and elevated profit margins. GASS stock trades at a massive discount to PNAV and compared to its peers. The company is not an income play but a growth speculative idea.
ATHENS, Greece, Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STEALTHGAS INC. (NASDAQ: GASS) (the “Company”), a ship-owning company serving the liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) sector of the international shipping industry, announced today that it will release its fourth quarter operating and financial results for the period ended December 31, 2023 before the market opens in New York on February 21, 2024.
StealthGas is a deeply undervalued investment opportunity, trading at 0.36x estimated book value and with a catalyst for earnings growth. The Panama Canal situation isn't well understood, and the market is underestimating the potential free cash flow benefit from longer-than-expected transit restrictions. Bargain value stock should rise to a book value of around $17.70 per share, approximately 270% higher than today's stock price.
StealthGas Inc. (GASS) Q3 2023 Earnings Call Transcript