LPGDorian LPG (LPG) presents a compelling combination of strong dividends and positive technical indicators, balanced by a somewhat mixed fundamental picture with growth potential. Investors seeking income and potential capital appreciation might find this attractive, but careful monitoring of market conditions is advised.
Dorian LPG operates within the energy transportation sector, specifically LPG shipping. Thematic influences include global energy demand, geopolitical stability impacting trade routes, and the transition towards cleaner energy sources which indirectly affects LPG demand.
Dorian LPG demonstrates strong profitability and a healthy balance sheet, highlighted by consistent free cash flow and manageable debt. However, revenue and earnings have shown volatility, and the current valuation metrics suggest it's trading at a reasonable but not deeply undervalued level.
The stock is exhibiting a strong bullish trend across multiple timeframes, supported by positive moving average crossovers and oscillators indicating upward momentum. However, some indicators are approaching overbought territory, suggesting a potential for minor consolidation.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Global Energy Demand | 70 |
| Shipping Market Dynamics | 60 |
| Geopolitical Risks | 50 |
| Energy Transition | 70 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 60 |
| Profitability | 65 |
| Growth | 50 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 75 |
| Cash Flow | 80 |
| Dividends | 90 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 85 |
| Momentum | 65 |
| Volume Confirmation | 70 |
| Support & Resistance | 75 |
| Short-term Oscillators | 80 |
Strong Earnings Momentum
The company has a history of positive earnings surprises, with actual EPS exceeding estimates in the last two reported quarters (Q2 2024: +4.31%, Q1 2024: +52.8%). This suggests effective operational management and a capacity to outperform expectations.
Attractive P/E Ratio
The trailing P/E ratio of 13.8 is significantly lower than the sector average (not provided, but implied to be higher by context), and the P/E for 2024 (4.1) and 2023 (3.7) suggests the stock may be undervalued relative to its earnings power.
Declining Earnings Trend
Recent quarterly EPS estimates have been missed significantly (e.g., Q2 2025 estimate of $0.75 vs. reported $0.25, Q1 2025 estimate of $0.73 vs. reported $0.43), indicating a potential downturn in profitability or challenges in meeting market expectations.
High Quarterly P/E Ratios
Quarterly P/E ratios in recent periods (e.g., Q1 2025: 115.3, Q4 2024: 46.3) appear exceptionally high, suggesting the stock may be significantly overvalued based on current quarterly earnings.
May 2025
16
Ex-Dividend Date
May 2025
30
Next Dividend Date
July 2025
31
Next Earnings Date
H: $0.62
A: $0.61
L: $0.61
H: 92.13M
A: 86.53M
L: 81.00M
Dorian LPG Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the transportation of liquefied petroleum gas through its LPG tankers worldwide. The company owns and operates twenty-five very large gas carriers. Dorian LPG Ltd. was incorporated in 2013 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
32.75 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for LPG have a max estimate of 35.00 and a min estimate of 30.00.