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ASC Stock Chart & Stats
$16.61
-$0.08(-0.48%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$16.61
-$0.08(-0.48%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$10.17 - $20.03
Previous CloseN/A
Volume19.06K
Average Volume (3M)628.79K
Market Cap
$709.56M
Enterprise Value$560.76
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$48.14M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$34.98M
Price to Earnings (P/E)6.7
Beta0.45
Next Earnings
Nov 11, 2026EPS Estimate
0.66Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.74%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.59
Shares Outstanding40,802,612
10 Day Avg. Volume492,889
30 Day Avg. Volume628,792
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.17
Price to Book (P/B)0.78
Price to Sales (P/S)1.59
P/FCF Ratio-12.63
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$21.00Price Target Upside26.43% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)2.98
Revenue Forecast (FY)$274.00M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Low Leverage / Strong Balance SheetArdmore’s materially reduced leverage and large equity base provide durable financial flexibility. Lower indebtedness cuts refinancing risk, preserves borrowing capacity through cycles, and allows management to fund dividends, opportunistic newbuilds or weather extended rate downturns without forced asset sales.
High TCEs Vs Low Cash BreakevenSustained charter rates well above a low operating breakeven create powerful operating leverage. When structural demand supports higher TCEs, Ardmore can rapidly convert voyages into cash, fund dividends and capex, and rebuild liquidity — strengthening resilience across subsequent weaker shipping cycles.
Disciplined Capital Allocation & LiquidityA consistent dividend policy, substantial undrawn revolving capacity and use of options for newbuilds reflect conservative capital discipline. This structure preserves shareholder returns while retaining optionality to expand the fleet only when economics justify it, limiting structural overcommitment.
Bears Say
Weak Free Cash Flow ConversionDespite healthy operating cash flow, markedly lower free cash flow limits internal funding for dividends, capex and opportunistic deleveraging. If weak FCF persists, the company may need to rely on asset sales or external financing to sustain payouts or execute growth projects over multiple quarters.
Cyclicality And Rate VolatilityArdmore’s revenue and margins are structurally exposed to tanker rate swings driven by refining margins, trade flows and geopolitics. Persistent volatility reduces earnings visibility, depresses returns in troughs, and complicates multi-year planning for fleet investment and consistent ROE across cycles.
Panama Canal & Geopolitical Transit RisksPhysical transit constraints and regional disruptions can structurally lengthen voyages and raise fuel and operating costs. Chronic canal constraints or persistent geopolitical route changes increase voyage variability and operating expense pressure, reducing utilization and long-term shipping earnings stability.
Ardmore Shipping News
ASC FAQ
What was Ardmore Shipping Corp’s price range in the past 12 months?
Ardmore Shipping Corp lowest stock price was $10.17 and its highest was $20.02 in the past 12 months.
What is Ardmore Shipping Corp’s market cap?
Ardmore Shipping Corp’s market cap is $709.56M.
When is Ardmore Shipping Corp’s upcoming earnings report date?
Ardmore Shipping Corp’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 11, 2026 which is in 100 days.
How were Ardmore Shipping Corp’s earnings last quarter?
Ardmore Shipping Corp released its earnings results on Jul 29, 2026. The company reported $1.18 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.107 by $0.073.
Is Ardmore Shipping Corp overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Ardmore Shipping Corp’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Ardmore Shipping Corp pay dividends?
Ardmore Shipping Corp pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.79 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.74%. See more information on Ardmore Shipping Corp dividends here
What is Ardmore Shipping Corp’s EPS estimate?
Ardmore Shipping Corp’s EPS estimate is 0.66.
How many shares outstanding does Ardmore Shipping Corp have?
Ardmore Shipping Corp has 40,802,612 shares outstanding.
What happened to Ardmore Shipping Corp’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Ardmore Shipping Corp reported an EPS of $1.18 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.107. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.196%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Ardmore Shipping Corp?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ASC
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Ardmore Shipping Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$21.00 (26.43% Upside)
$21.00 (26.43% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
ASC Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 61%
Sector Average 61%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 634.6K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $980.4K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 4.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.8%
Last 30 Days ▲ 3.8%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 80%
Bearish news 20%
Bearish news 20%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
68.44%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
3.74%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
7.64%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Ardmore Shipping Corp
Ardmore Shipping Corporation is a global enterprise dedicated to the maritime carriage of refined oil derivatives and various chemical substances. By February 15, 2022, the firm maintained an active fleet of 25 modern, twin-hulled vessels specifically designed for the transport of these product types. It caters to a diverse range of clientele, including prominent oil industry giants, independent petroleum companies, traders specializing in oil and chemical commodities, chemical manufacturing businesses, and organizations providing shipping pool services. Established in 2010, Ardmore Shipping's corporate headquarters are located in Pembroke, Bermuda.
ASC Company Deck
ASC Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized multiple strong fundamental and company-level positives: solid adjusted earnings and EBITDA, high TCE rates well above a low cash breakeven, disciplined capital allocation with a high-yield dividend, measured fleet expansion (4 newbuilds plus options), strong liquidity (24% leverage and ~$300M undrawn facility), and favorable long-term demand/supply dynamics (aged fleets and limited orderbooks). Near-term challenges noted were geopolitical volatility (Middle East, canal water levels), partial Q3 booking softness relative to Q2 (though still showing YoY uplifts), and market dislocations from export bans. Overall the company presented robust financial flexibility and constructive market tailwinds that outweigh the short-term operational and geopolitical risks.View all ASC earnings summariesASC Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$21.00
▲(26.43% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.65% Insiders
14.42% Mutual Funds
6.58% Other Institutional Investors
64.71% Public Companies and
Individual Investors