Central Petroleum Limited (AU:CTP)
ASX:CTP
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CTP Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.06
>-AU$0.01(-1.85%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$0.06
>-AU$0.01(-1.85%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.05 - AU$0.10
Previous CloseN/A
Volume390.93K
Average Volume (3M)391.90K
Market Cap
AU$53.45M
Enterprise ValueAU$49.89M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$29.36M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$26.55M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.07
Next Earnings
Sep 22, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)<0.01
Shares Outstanding752,764,000
10 Day Avg. Volume295,631
30 Day Avg. Volume391,903
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.14
Price to Book (P/B)1.03
Price to Sales (P/S)0.97
P/FCF Ratio7.28
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)0.01
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$47.00M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Domestic Gas Asset BaseCentral operates onshore gas assets concentrated in NT and Queensland, providing direct access to Australia's domestic gas markets. This positioning supports stable offtake opportunities and long-term demand from local industry and utilities, underpinning predictable revenue streams over months.
Revenue And Gross Margin RecoveryA 20.9% revenue rebound alongside a materially improved gross margin (33.3%) reflects operational recovery and better cost management. Sustained top-line growth and healthier gross margins boost durable cash generation potential and support reinvestment into production or exploration.
Controlled Leverage And OCF CoverageDebt-to-equity at 0.64 signals leverage under control versus prior years, while operating cash flow covering net income (1.02x) indicates earnings are translating into cash. Together these provide financial flexibility to fund development and meet obligations without immediate refinancing risk.
Bears Say
Falling Net MarginNet margin halving year-over-year indicates rising costs, higher non-operating charges, or pricing pressure eroding bottom-line profitability. Persistent margin compression reduces retained earnings and constrains the company's ability to self-fund capex, dividends, or absorb commodity shocks over the medium term.
Declining Free Cash FlowA 30.7% drop in free cash flow and a low 0.40 FCF-to-net income ratio show weaker conversion of profits into discretionary cash. This limits capacity to fund exploration, development, or shareholder returns without external financing, raising structural liquidity and investment-risk considerations.
Reduced Return On EquityROE falling sharply reflects diminished effectiveness in converting equity into returns, signaling either lower profitability or inefficient capital deployment. Over months this can pressure investor confidence and constrain the firm's ability to attract capital for growth at favorable terms.
Central Petroleum Limited News
CTP FAQ
What was Central Petroleum Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Central Petroleum Limited lowest share price was AU$0.05 and its highest was AU$0.10 in the past 12 months.
What is Central Petroleum Limited’s market cap?
Central Petroleum Limited’s market cap is AU$53.45M.
When is Central Petroleum Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
Central Petroleum Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 22, 2026 which is in 123 days.
How were Central Petroleum Limited’s earnings last quarter?
Central Petroleum Limited released its earnings results on Mar 13, 2026. The company reported -AU$0.002 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -AU$0.002.
Is Central Petroleum Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Central Petroleum Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Central Petroleum Limited pay dividends?
Central Petroleum Limited does not currently pay dividends.
What is Central Petroleum Limited’s EPS estimate?
Central Petroleum Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Central Petroleum Limited have?
Central Petroleum Limited has 752,764,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Central Petroleum Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Central Petroleum Limited reported an EPS of -AU$0.002 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.174%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Central Petroleum Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:CTP
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Central Petroleum Limited Stock Smart Score
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Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:CTP Sentiment 86%
Sector Average 72%
Sector Average 72%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth AU$10.2K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
28.84%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
11.28%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
4.49%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Central Petroleum Limited
Central Petroleum Limited engages in the development, production, processing, and marketing of hydrocarbons in Australia. It holds interests in various oil and gas properties comprising 181,743 square kilometers of exploration area located in the Amadeus, Southern Georgina, Wiso, and Surat Basins. The company was incorporated in 1998 and is headquartered in Brisbane, Australia.
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