BW LPG Limited

NYSE:BWLP Stock Report

Market Cap: US$3.1b

BWG Balance Sheet Health

Financial Health criteria checks 6/6

BWG has a total shareholder equity of $2.0B and total debt of $763.9M, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 37.8%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $3.3B and $1.3B respectively. BWG's EBIT is $465.0M making its interest coverage ratio 12.2. It has cash and short-term investments of $287.6M.

Key information

37.83%

Debt to equity ratio

US$763.92m

Debt

Interest coverage ratio12.2x
CashUS$287.56m
EquityUS$2.02b
Total liabilitiesUS$1.31b
Total assetsUS$3.33b

Recent financial health updates

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Recent updates

Seeking Alpha 23h

BW LPG: The Rally Was Earned, And The Dividend Case Still Holds

Summary BW LPG remains a compelling long, with surging VLGC rates driving both share price and dividend expansion. Q1 results highlight TCE income of $55,5k/day and a dividend of $0.67/share, translating to a 13.3% yield even at today's stock price. Forward cover for Q2 locks in 85% of fleet days at $81k/day, ensuring robust margins well above the $24,500/day breakeven. Despite a higher P/B of 1.7x, vessel sales indicate BWLP likely trades near NAV, with low leverage and a conservative balance sheet offering downside protection. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Mar 09

BW LPG: Bound For Bountiful Investor Returns

Summary BW LPG Limited offers a compelling 15% yield on investment, trading at a P/E below 5x, with management providing upbeat guidance for 2025. BWLP's strategic acquisitions and fleet expansion have solidified its position as the world's largest operator of VLGCs, enhancing long-term growth prospects. The company maintains a strong balance sheet with $603 million in liquidity and a net leverage of 33%, ensuring financial stability and dividend viability. Risks include falling spot rates and potential trade wars, but current valuations and robust dividend yields present a strong bullish case for BWLP. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Dec 10

BW LPG Is Becoming Interesting

Summary BW LPG's stock has declined 30% due to volatile freight rates but is now attractive long-term thanks to secular LPG export growth and a strong balance sheet. Despite recent earnings drops from $1.14 to $0.58 per share, temporary headwinds are easing, and LPG exports from the U.S. and Middle East are growing. BWLP's almost debt-free balance sheet and generous dividend make it resilient and appealing to patient investors. While short-term momentum is negative, the stock's low valuation and solid fundamentals suggest significant long-term rewards for investors. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Sep 21

BW LPG: The Largest VLGC Owner As A Bet On Strong LPG Demand

Summary BWLP agreed to acquire the Avance Gas VLGC fleet for total consideration of $1,050 million. The acquisition of Avance Gas vessels will solidify BWLP's leading position, expanding its fleet by 44%. BWLP's 2Q24 results show strong revenue growth, particularly in the Product Services division, and maintain excellent liquidity with manageable financial risk. From its peer group, BWLP has the best balance sheet, with Total Debt/Equity below 30% and EBITDA/Interest Expenses at 32.8. BWLP trades at 91% PNAV and 4.7 EV/EBITDA. In conclusion, I give BWLP a Buy rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Aug 23

BW LPG: Fleet Acquisition And Favorable Market Signals Further Growth

Summary BW LPG reported Q2 earnings with a slight decrease in TCE, EPS, and DPS compared to last year. 86% of Q3 days are booked at $43,000. BW LPG acquired Avance Gas' VLGC fleet, leading to a 27% decrease in AVACF stock and a 5% decrease in BWLP stock. The acquisition deal increased BW LPG's fleet scale and leverage, with a potential positive impact on profits offsetting shareholder dilution used to pay for the ships. Coming into the fall, when rates traditionally go up, and with fewer new vessels expected to go on the water in the coming years, the market for BW LPG's services is favorable. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha Jun 17

BW LPG: Beware Of The Long-Term Risk Of This 19.5%-Yielder

Summary BW LPG stock has rallied 69% in the last 12 months, outperforming the S&P 500 by a wide margin. Despite its impressive rally, the stock remains cheaply valued, with a high dividend yield of 20.9%. BW LPG benefits from a growing global market for LPG cargos, but investors should be cautious of the industry's cyclicality. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Financial Position Analysis

Short Term Liabilities: BWLP's short term assets ($863.3M) exceed its short term liabilities ($587.1M).

Long Term Liabilities: BWLP's short term assets ($863.3M) exceed its long term liabilities ($724.5M).


Debt to Equity History and Analysis

Debt Level: BWLP's net debt to equity ratio (23.6%) is considered satisfactory.

Reducing Debt: BWLP's debt to equity ratio has reduced from 63.4% to 37.8% over the past 5 years.

Debt Coverage: BWLP's debt is well covered by operating cash flow (74.2%).

Interest Coverage: BWLP's interest payments on its debt are well covered by EBIT (12.2x coverage).


Balance Sheet


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/03 14:47
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/03 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Sources

BW LPG Limited is covered by 9 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
null nullABG Sundal Collier
Mark Andrew Falzon ManducaBofA Global Research
Anders-Redigh KarlsenDanske Bank