CAPLCrossAmerica Partners LP (CAPL) shows a mixed profile. Fundamentally, it has a strong dividend yield and significant revenue, but profitability metrics and future growth prospects appear challenging. Technical indicators suggest short-term volatility. Thematic exposure is limited to the energy infrastructure sector.
CAPL operates within the energy distribution and convenience store sectors. While these sectors are essential, they lack strong secular growth tailwinds compared to technology or renewable energy. Recent performance and growth indicators do not suggest significant upside from these themes.
CAPL offers a high dividend yield and substantial revenue. However, its profitability has been declining, with recent quarters showing net losses and negative EPS surprises. The balance sheet indicates significant debt relative to equity.
The stock is trading around its 52-week low, indicating weak price momentum. While some short-term moving averages show buy signals, the longer-term trend and overall market sentiment for the stock appear bearish.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Energy Distribution & Logistics | 50 |
| Convenience Retail | 40 |
| Real Estate Holdings | 45 |
| Market Trends (Energy Transition) | 20 |
| Regulatory Environment (Energy/Retail) | 50 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 30 |
| Profitability | 20 |
| Growth | 30 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 10 |
| Cash Flow | 50 |
| Dividend Yield | 90 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 30 |
| Momentum | 50 |
| Volume Confirmation | 50 |
| Support & Resistance | 60 |
| Short-term Indicators | 60 |
Positive Recent Performance
The stock has shown positive performance across multiple short-term periods: 5-day (+4.65%), 1-month (+4.30%), and year-to-date (+3.70%). This indicates recent positive investor sentiment and momentum.
Attractive Dividend Yield
The dividend yield of 9.49% (TTM) is notably high, suggesting a significant income stream for investors relative to the current stock price. This can attract income-focused investors.
High P/E Ratio
The trailing P/E ratio of 27.56 is relatively high compared to historical earnings, suggesting the stock might be overvalued if future earnings growth does not materialize as expected.
Negative Net Income in Recent Quarters
Recent quarterly income statements show negative net income (e.g., -1.9% net margin in Q1 2024, -0.9% in Q1 2025), indicating profitability challenges in the short term despite revenue generation.
May 2025
15
Next Dividend Date
August 2025
4
Ex-Dividend Date
August 2025
7
Next Earnings Date
H: $0.20
A: $0.20
L: $0.20
H: 793.52M
A: 793.52M
L: 793.52M
CrossAmerica Partners LP engages in the wholesale distribution of motor fuels, operation of convenience stores, and ownership and leasing of real estate used in the retail distribution of motor fuels in the United States. The company operates in two segments, Wholesale and Retail. The Wholesale segment engages in the wholesale distribution of motor fuels to lessee dealers, independent dealers, commission agents, and company operated retail sites. The Retail segment is involved in the sale of convenience merchandise; and retail sale of motor fuels at company operated retail sites and retail sites operated by commission agents. CrossAmerica GP LLC operates as the general partner of the company. The company was formerly known as Lehigh Gas Partners LP and changed its name to CrossAmerica Partners LP in October 2014. The company was founded in 1992 and is based in Allentown, Pennsylvania.