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Blue Dolphin Energy Company (BDCO)
OTHER OTC:BDCO
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Blue Dolphin Energy Company (BDCO) Price & Analysis

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BDCO Stock Chart & Stats

$1.36
$0.01(0.35%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$1.36
$0.01(0.35%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improving Margins And Return To ProfitabilityMargins have meaningfully recovered with gross margin ~8.3% and net margin now positive. This indicates better pricing or cost control and improves earnings durability versus prior loss periods, supporting sustained operating profitability if volumes stabilize.
Stronger Leverage Profile And Rebuilt EquityDebt-to-equity near 0.81 and rebuilding equity reduce insolvency and refinancing risk compared with prior elevated leverage. A solid TTM ROE (~21%) suggests returns on invested capital are recovering, improving financial flexibility for capital allocation and debt servicing.
Return To Positive Operating And Free Cash FlowOperating and free cash flow turned positive in the TTM and align with net income, improving earnings quality. While modest in size, consistent cash conversion supports internal funding for maintenance capex and debt reduction, enhancing sustainability versus prior negative years.
Bears Say
Severe TTM Revenue ContractionA ~79% TTM revenue decline is a structural red flag: it erodes scale, reduces fixed-cost coverage, and makes margins and cash flows more sensitive to small operational changes. Sustained recovery in revenue is required for durable earnings improvement.
Cash Generation Is Small And InconsistentAlthough TTM cash flow is positive, it is small and follows multiple years of negative cash generation. The volatility and limited scale constrain reinvestment, leave limited buffer for shocks, and raise execution risk for sustaining operations or funding growth without external financing.
Historical Profitability And Equity VolatilityProfitability and equity have swung materially over recent years, reflecting cyclicality and execution risk. This volatility undermines predictability of returns, increases refinancing and stakeholder risks, and makes long-term planning and investor confidence more fragile.

BDCO FAQ

What was Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
Blue Dolphin Energy Company lowest stock price was $1.01 and its highest was $4.32 in the past 12 months.
    What is Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s market cap?
    Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s market cap is $61.33M.
      When is Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 19, 2026 which is in 88 days.
        How were Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s earnings last quarter?
        Currently, no data Available
        Is Blue Dolphin Energy Company overvalued?
        According to Wall Street analysts Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
          Does Blue Dolphin Energy Company pay dividends?
          Blue Dolphin Energy Company does not currently pay dividends.
          What is Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s EPS estimate?
          Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
          How many shares outstanding does Blue Dolphin Energy Company have?
          Blue Dolphin Energy Company has 14,921,968 shares outstanding.
            What happened to Blue Dolphin Energy Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
            Currently, no data Available
            Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Blue Dolphin Energy Company?
            Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in BDCO
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              Blue Dolphin Energy Company Stock Smart Score

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              Company Description

              Blue Dolphin Energy Company

              Blue Dolphin Energy Company engages in the refining and marketing of petroleum products in the United States. The company operates in two segments, Refinery Operations; and Tolling and Terminaling. It produces finished products, including jet fuel, as well as various intermediate products, such as naphtha, heavy oil-based mud blendstock, and atmospheric gas oil; and conducts tolling and terminaling services for third parties at the Nixon facility. The company was incorporated in 1986 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Blue Dolphin Energy Company is a subsidiary of Lazarus Energy Holdings, LLC.

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              Ownership Overview

              84.93%15.07%
              84.93% Insiders
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