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Star Gas Partners LP (SGU)
NYSE:SGU
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Star Gas Partners (SGU) Price & Analysis

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SGU Stock Chart & Stats

$13.05
-$0.15(-1.19%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$13.05
-$0.15(-1.19%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Improving Operating PerformanceStronger gross profit, EBITDA and net income indicate improved operating execution and earnings capacity. The gains provide a more durable foundation for the seasonal business, although sustaining them will depend on volumes, pricing and cost control.
Service And HVAC ExpansionExpanding service, installation and HVAC activities diversifies revenue beyond propane gallons and can deepen customer relationships. A larger value-added business may support recurring demand and improve resilience when fuel volumes or margins weaken.
Improved Balance-sheet PositionLower leverage and rebuilt equity improve financial flexibility relative to the company’s earlier balance-sheet stress. Strong returns on equity also suggest that current earnings are producing attractive capital productivity, supporting investment and distribution capacity.
Bears Say
Severe Cash-flow DeteriorationThe reversal from positive free cash flow to a deficit is a significant durability risk because earnings are no longer translating into cash. Persistent weak conversion could constrain debt reduction, acquisitions, capital investment and future distributions.
Thin And Pressured MarginsThin margins leave limited protection against propane cost volatility, pricing pressure and operating inflation. The recent gross-margin step-down suggests that improved earnings may not be fully sustainable unless purchasing, pricing and customer mix remain favorable.
Higher Operating And Service CostsA structurally higher cost base can absorb revenue and gross-profit gains, particularly in a seasonal distribution network. Rising insurance and service costs also indicate execution and expense-management challenges that could weigh on margins beyond one quarter.

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SGU FAQ

What was Star Gas Partners LP’s price range in the past 12 months?
Star Gas Partners LP lowest stock price was $11.37 and its highest was $13.53 in the past 12 months.
    What is Star Gas Partners LP’s market cap?
    Star Gas Partners LP’s market cap is $412.77M.
      When is Star Gas Partners LP’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Star Gas Partners LP’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 09, 2026 which is in 109 days.
        How were Star Gas Partners LP’s earnings last quarter?
        Star Gas Partners LP released its earnings results on Aug 05, 2026. The company reported -$0.844 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Star Gas Partners LP overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Star Gas Partners LP’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Star Gas Partners LP pay dividends?
            Star Gas Partners LP pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.198 which represents an annual dividend yield of 6.08%. See more information on Star Gas Partners LP dividends here
              What is Star Gas Partners LP’s EPS estimate?
              Star Gas Partners LP’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Star Gas Partners LP have?
              Star Gas Partners LP has 32,811,214 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Star Gas Partners LP’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Star Gas Partners LP reported an EPS of -$0.844 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.7%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Star Gas Partners LP?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SGU
                  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

                    Company Description

                    Star Gas Partners LP

                    Star Group, L.P., together with its subsidiaries, provides home heating oil and propane products and services to residential and commercial customers in the United States. It offers gasoline and diesel fuel; and installs, maintains, and repairs heating and air conditioning equipment and ancillary services. As of September 30, 2025, the company served approximately 406,400 full-service residential and commercial home heating oil and propane customers and 63,200 customers on a delivery only basis. It sells gasoline and diesel fuel to approximately 27,700 customers. The company was formerly known as Star Gas Partners, L.P. and changed its name to Star Group, L.P. in October 2017. The company was incorporated in 1995 and is based in Stamford, Connecticut.

                    Star Gas Partners (SGU) Earnings & Revenues

                    SGU Earnings Call

                    Q3 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                    The call conveyed a mix of near-term seasonal and operational challenges concentrated in Q3 (notably a $28M net loss, increased insurance claims, and a 9.4% drop in Q3 volumes) offset by strong year-to-date operating performance: 9-month volume growth (+3.3%), product gross profit up 10% ($48M), adjusted EBITDA up $20M to $189M, and year-to-date net income improvement. Management highlights strategic progress in service/installation margin expansion, HVAC expansion, and an active M&A pipeline. Given that the positive, company-level 9-month results and strategic momentum materially offset the quarter-specific weaknesses, the overall tone is constructive.View all SGU earnings summaries
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