BW LPG Limited (NYSE:BWLP) is one of the best marine shipping stocks to buy right now.
On March 3, BW LPG Limited (NYSE:BWLP) delivered impressive fourth-quarter and full-year results. The company posted adjusted earnings per share of $0.69 for the fourth quarter, better than the $0.51 a share expected.
Revenue in the quarter totaled $258.21 million, beating consensus estimates of $210.8 million. Profit attributable to shareholders in the quarter totaled $104 million, driven by strong shipping. Net profit after tax totaled $123 million, yielding an annualized return of 26%.
The Product Service segment finished the year on a strong footing with a gross profit of $27 million and net profit of $23 million. Additionally, the board has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.57 a share, translating to 100% of Shipping NPAT for Q4 2025.
For the current fiscal year, BW LPG Limited has secured 36% of its fleet capacity on fixed-rate time with a charter at $43,700 a day. It has also secured an additional 4% through FFA hedges at an average price of $47,900 a day.
BW LPG Limited (NYSE:BWLP) is the world's leading owner and operator of Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGC), specializing in the global transportation of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Headquartered in Singapore, the company operates a fleet of approximately 50-55 vessels, including dual-fuel LPG ships, and operates an in-house trading division to provide integrated, safe, and sustainable energy delivery services.
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