Imperial Petroleum (IMPP) Stock Overview
Provides seaborne transportation services worldwide. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 5/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$4.81 |
| 52 Week High | US$6.57 |
| 52 Week Low | US$2.45 |
| Beta | 1.18 |
| 1 Month Change | 12.12% |
| 3 Month Change | 44.44% |
| 1 Year Change | 77.49% |
| 3 Year Change | 52.70% |
| 5 Year Change | n/a |
| Change since IPO | -95.72% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Apr 26
IMPP: Share Repurchase Plan Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their price target for Imperial Petroleum at $8.00, citing unchanged assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that continue to support the current valuation view. What's in the News Imperial Petroleum Inc.Narrative Update • Apr 07
IMPP: Share Repurchase Program Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their valuation framework for Imperial Petroleum broadly consistent, with a steady fair value estimate and unchanged assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E. This reflects a view that recent information does not warrant a material shift in the stock's $ price target.Narrative Update • Mar 24
IMPP: Share Repurchase Authorization Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have made modest adjustments to their price targets on Imperial Petroleum, reflecting updated views on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. They are highlighting these refinements as the key drivers of their revised outlook in dollar terms.Seeking Alpha • Mar 14
Imperial Petroleum: Decent Quarter But Uncertain Times Ahead - Hold
Summary Imperial Petroleum reported another good quarter, with results boosted by favorable charter rates and strong fleet utilization. A new repurchase program has resulted in the company's shares recovering from the selloff caused by a surprise equity offering in November. While Imperial Petroleum continues to trade well below net asset value, I would expect the discount to persist as investors remain wary of further shareholder-unfriendly moves. Unfortunately, the recent escalation in the Middle East is posing a threat to the global shipping industry, as soaring oil prices could push the world economy into recession. With the situation remaining in flux, I am reiterating my "Hold" rating on both the company's common and preferred shares for now. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Mar 09
IMPP: Share Repurchases And Fleet Expansion Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Imperial Petroleum from $6 to $8, citing updated assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that they see as better reflecting the company’s current risk and earnings profile. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a share buyback plan on February 9, 2026, signaling approval for repurchases of Imperial Petroleum stock (Key Developments).Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 26
IMPP: Share Repurchase Plan Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their price target for Imperial Petroleum at $8.00, citing unchanged assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that continue to support the current valuation view. What's in the News Imperial Petroleum Inc.Narrative Update • Apr 07
IMPP: Share Repurchase Program Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their valuation framework for Imperial Petroleum broadly consistent, with a steady fair value estimate and unchanged assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E. This reflects a view that recent information does not warrant a material shift in the stock's $ price target.Narrative Update • Mar 24
IMPP: Share Repurchase Authorization Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have made modest adjustments to their price targets on Imperial Petroleum, reflecting updated views on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. They are highlighting these refinements as the key drivers of their revised outlook in dollar terms.Seeking Alpha • Mar 14
Imperial Petroleum: Decent Quarter But Uncertain Times Ahead - Hold
Summary Imperial Petroleum reported another good quarter, with results boosted by favorable charter rates and strong fleet utilization. A new repurchase program has resulted in the company's shares recovering from the selloff caused by a surprise equity offering in November. While Imperial Petroleum continues to trade well below net asset value, I would expect the discount to persist as investors remain wary of further shareholder-unfriendly moves. Unfortunately, the recent escalation in the Middle East is posing a threat to the global shipping industry, as soaring oil prices could push the world economy into recession. With the situation remaining in flux, I am reiterating my "Hold" rating on both the company's common and preferred shares for now. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Mar 09
IMPP: Share Repurchases And Fleet Expansion Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Imperial Petroleum from $6 to $8, citing updated assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that they see as better reflecting the company’s current risk and earnings profile. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a share buyback plan on February 9, 2026, signaling approval for repurchases of Imperial Petroleum stock (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Nov 11
Further Upside For Imperial Petroleum Inc. (NASDAQ:IMPP) Shares Could Introduce Price Risks After 35% Bounce
Imperial Petroleum Inc. ( NASDAQ:IMPP ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 35% gain in the last month...Analysis Article • Sep 09
Imperial Petroleum Inc.'s (NASDAQ:IMPP) Shares Leap 25% Yet They're Still Not Telling The Full Story
The Imperial Petroleum Inc. ( NASDAQ:IMPP ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent...
New Narrative • Dec 08
Strong Cash Position And Tight Tanker Market Poised To Drive Significant Earnings Growth
Strong liquidity and zero debt position enable potential growth through fleet expansion or asset acquisitions.Analysis Article • Aug 03
Improved Earnings Required Before Imperial Petroleum Inc. (NASDAQ:IMPP) Shares Find Their Feet
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 18x, you may...Analysis Article • Apr 30
Imperial Petroleum Inc.'s (NASDAQ:IMPP) Share Price Is Matching Sentiment Around Its Revenues
You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.6x Imperial Petroleum Inc. ( NASDAQ:IMPP ) is a stock...Analysis Article • Jan 28
Further Upside For Imperial Petroleum Inc. (NASDAQ:IMPP) Shares Could Introduce Price Risks After 28% Bounce
Despite an already strong run, Imperial Petroleum Inc. ( NASDAQ:IMPP ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 28...Analysis Article • Dec 13
Imperial Petroleum Inc.'s (NASDAQ:IMPP) Shares Not Telling The Full Story
You may think that with a price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.3x Imperial Petroleum Inc. ( NASDAQ:IMPP ) is a stock...Analysis Article • Apr 13
Imperial Petroleum (NASDAQ:IMPP) Is Doing The Right Things To Multiply Its Share Price
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Typically, we'll want to notice a...Analysis Article • Dec 09
We Believe Imperial Petroleum's (NASDAQ:IMPP) Earnings Are A Poor Guide For Its Profitability
Even though Imperial Petroleum Inc. ( NASDAQ:IMPP ) posted strong earnings recently, the stock hasn't reacted in a...Seeking Alpha • Sep 29
Imperial Petroleum: Trading Opportunity Ahead Of Anticipated Strong Q3 Results
Summary While my negative perception of the company hasn't changed, the common shares might present a decent trading opportunity ahead of anticipated strong Q3 results. Outlining expectations for revenues to almost double and EBITDA to triple quarter-over-quarter as a result of ongoing, strong tanker market conditions. Updating net asset value ("NAV") estimates. A strong increase in secondhand vessel values has lifted NAV by almost 15% since mid-June. Discussing the company's 8.75% Series A Preferred Shares as a considerably less risky way to benefit from the company's strong financial condition. Given the powerful short-term catalyst, highly speculative investors and traders should consider a trade in the common shares going into the company's Q3 earnings report.Seeking Alpha • Aug 02
Imperial Petroleum - Expensive Related-Party Dry Bulk Carrier Acquisition Leaves Investors Flabbergasted
Company reports less-than-stellar Q2 results and perplexed market participants with the disclosure of an ugly related-party deal for a pair of Handysize dry bulk carriers. The transaction resulted in Vafias family-controlled entity Brave Maritime extracting $39 million of the company's recently raised funds while realizing a 40%+ gain on the vessels within months. Based on independent market data, Imperial Petroleum overpaid for the vessels by almost 15% despite recent weakness in dry bulk charter rates. Relative to other relentless diluters in the shipping space like Top Ships, Castor Maritime, Performance Shipping, OceanPal, Globus Maritime, and United Maritime, Imperial Petroleum continues to trade at a meaningful premium. While Imperial Petroleum's operating performance should see strong improvement in Q3, elevated risk of additional self-dealings and further, opportunistic capital raises should keep investors sidelined. That said, the company's Preferred Shares are offering a rather safe 12% annual yield at current share price levels. In February this year, I advised investors to steer clear of small oil tanker operator Imperial Petroleum (IMPP, IMPPP) after its recent spin-off from StealthGas (GASS) given the company's stated intent to grow the fleet to the detriment of common equity holders. Over the past six months, the company has diluted common shareholders relentlessly, raising approximately $156 million in new capital thus causing outstanding shares to increase by more than 3,500%. The company has used the funds to double its tanker fleet from four to eight vessels with two MR product tankers having been acquired from related party Brave Maritime, a company controlled by the family of CEO Harry Vafias. Last week, Imperial Petroleum reported less-than-stellar Q2 results and perplexed investors and analysts with the disclosure of an expensive related-party deal for a pair of small dry bulk carriers: In July 2022, we entered into an agreement with an affiliated party to acquire two handysize dry bulk carriers, the Eco Bushfire (2011 built) and the Eco Angelbay (2009 built), for a total consideration of $39 million. Both vessels are Japanese built with an aggregate capacity of 64,000 dwt. Once again, Vafias family-controlled Brave Maritime has been the seller. According to Tradewinds, the vessels were acquired earlier this year for an aggregate $27.5 million. Based on data provided by VesselsValue, the current market value of the vessels appears closer to $34 million, so apparently Imperial Petroleum overpaid by almost 15% for two small bulkers that don't really fit into the company's portfolio. By flipping the vessels to the company, Brave Maritime booked a whopping 40%+ gain while extracting almost $40 million of the funds just raised by Imperial Petroleum. Remember also, that the Vafias family will be entitled to a 1% commission of the purchase price despite simply moving the vessels from one family-controlled entity to another one. It should also be noted that dry bulk charter rates have recently taken a major hit across all vessel classes with the Baltic Dry Bulk Index ("BDI") down by almost 30% over the past six weeks alone and close to 50% on a year-over-year basis. On the conference call, CEO Harry Vafias pointed to a potential spin-off of the dry bulk vessels which would likely be the next Vafias family-controlled vehicle pursuing a growth strategy at the expense of common shareholders. Valuation-wise, the company currently trades at an approximately 65% discount to estimated net asset value ("NAV"), still well above other relentless diluters like Top Ships (TOPS), Castor Maritime (CTRM), Performance Shipping (PSHG), OceanPal (OP), Globus Maritime (GLBS), Imperial Petroleum (IMPP) and United Maritime (USEA). Quite frankly, there appear to be much better investment opportunities in the shipping space right now. Over the weekend, I highlighted Navios Maritime Partners (NMM) after the company addressed the long-standing Navios Maritime Holdings (NM) overhang last week. While certainly not flawless, at a 70%+ discount to NAV and a new $100 million common unit buyback in place, the diversified shipping giant provides for a far superior risk / reward profile. Bottom Line Mediocre second quarter results and particularly an ugly related-party deal caused Imperial Petroleum's common shares to sell off again.Seeking Alpha • Jun 10
Imperial Petroleum: Global Macros Driving Company's Rapid Expansion
Small caps, micro caps, and nano caps are being discovered by the market in both the food and energy sectors. Imperial is a micro-cap stock specializing in shipping petroleum and related products. This is a space with a macro tailwind for a catalyst. Company-specific catalysts also are at play as aggressive management has moved to raise capital and acquire two new, larger tankers. Improving fundamentals at Imperial are combining with a powerful global macro to lift this stock. The move higher may continue for Imperial shares.Analysis Article • Mar 16
Estimating The Fair Value Of Imperial Petroleum Inc. (NASDAQ:IMPP)
How far off is Imperial Petroleum Inc. ( NASDAQ:IMPP ) from its intrinsic value? Using the most recent financial data...Seeking Alpha • Feb 04
Imperial Petroleum - Steer Clear Of This Bottom Of The Barrel Shipping Stock
Initiating coverage of Imperial Petroleum, a small, Greece-based oil tanker operator recently spun-off by StealthGas. Company has stated its intent to raise additional equity to renew and expand its fleet. Discussing ugly terms of last week's equity offering. Massive dilution resulted in net asset value per share being cut in half. Despite shares trading at at 65% discount to net asset value, investors should avoid Imperial Petroleum given ongoing, weak tanker market conditions and the very real risk of further, substantial dilution going forward.Shareholder Returns
| IMPP | US Oil and Gas | US Market | |
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| 7D | -4.9% | -3.4% | 3.2% |
| 1Y | 77.5% | 35.2% | 31.0% |
Return vs Industry: IMPP exceeded the US Oil and Gas industry which returned 41.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: IMPP exceeded the US Market which returned 29.8% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| IMPP volatility | |
|---|---|
| IMPP Average Weekly Movement | 8.0% |
| Oil and Gas Industry Average Movement | 6.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: IMPP has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: IMPP's weekly volatility (8%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | n/a | Harry Vafias | www.imperialpetro.com |
Imperial Petroleum Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides seaborne transportation services worldwide. The company owns and operates a fleet of medium range refined petroleum product tankers that carry refined petroleum products, such as gasoline, diesel, fuel oil, and jet fuel, as well as edible oils and chemicals; suezmax tankers that carry crude oil; and handysize drybulk carriers that transport bulks, such as iron ore, coal, grains, bauxite, phosphate, and fertilizers. It serves oil producers, refineries, commodities traders and producers, and industrial users of drybulk cargoes.
Imperial Petroleum Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| IMPP fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$217.03m |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$46.56m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$161.00m |
4.7x
P/E Ratio1.4x
P/S RatioIs IMPP overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| IMPP income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$161.00m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$88.87m |
| Gross Profit | US$72.14m |
| Other Expenses | US$25.58m |
| Earnings | US$46.56m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 1.03 |
| Gross Margin | 44.81% |
| Net Profit Margin | 28.92% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did IMPP perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 12:42 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/06 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Imperial Petroleum Inc. is covered by 1 analysts. 1 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Tate Sullivan | Maxim Group |