BW LPG Limited

NYSE:BWLP Stock Report

Market Cap: US$2.9b

BWG Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 6/6

BWG has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 9.6%, while the Oil and Gas industry saw earnings growing at 8% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 28.2% per year. BWG's return on equity is 20.3%, and it has net margins of 10.1%.

Key information

9.63%

Earnings growth rate

8.84%

EPS growth rate

Oil and Gas Industry Growth33.67%
Revenue growth rate28.23%
Return on equity20.33%
Net Margin10.13%
Next Earnings Update28 Aug 2026

Recent past performance updates

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha Jun 16

BW LPG: I Timed The Dip Perfectly, Now What (Rating Upgrade)

Summary BW LPG Limited is upgraded to Strong Buy after a 53% total return in 3 months, driven by surging spot rates and robust earnings. BWLP's $1 billion order for 8 new VLGCs modernizes the fleet, capitalizes on record spot rates, and strengthens market leadership. Product Services delivered $127M gross profit, with $136.8M MtM gains expected to convert to cash, supporting both dividends and vessel investments. Dividend yield could exceed 15% this year, with BLWP downside protected by fixed rates at 3.3x breakeven and resilient arbitrage opportunities. 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

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How BWG makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

NYSE:BWLP Revenue, expenses and earnings (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Mar 263,559361740
31 Dec 253,582242760
30 Sep 253,693169830
30 Jun 253,555217750
31 Mar 253,387258750
31 Dec 243,564354710
30 Sep 243,602475690
30 Jun 243,510483690
31 Mar 243,093485620
31 Dec 232,947470570
30 Sep 232,606410420
30 Jun 232,222341390
31 Mar 232,160298350
31 Dec 221,558227320
30 Sep 221,754198320
30 Jun 221,581183320
31 Mar 221,327170310
31 Dec 211,241185330
30 Sep 21694199290
30 Jun 21690195280
31 Mar 21767234260
31 Dec 20812244230
30 Sep 20883321240
30 Jun 20993414250
31 Mar 20950378260
31 Dec 19817274270
30 Sep 1971186470
30 Jun 19591-34410
31 Mar 19522-88340
31 Dec 18522-71280
30 Sep 18489-5700
30 Jun 18448-8100
31 Mar 18473-6000
31 Dec 17492-4300
30 Sep 174875700
30 Jun 174912300
31 Mar 17481-2500
31 Dec 165062400
30 Sep 165812600
30 Jun 1670019200
31 Mar 1676832600
31 Dec 1577332400
30 Sep 1576430700
30 Jun 1575128900

Quality Earnings: BWLP has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: BWLP's current net profit margins (10.1%) are higher than last year (7.6%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: BWLP's earnings have grown by 9.6% per year over the past 5 years.

Accelerating Growth: BWLP's earnings growth over the past year (39.5%) exceeds its 5-year average (9.6% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: BWLP earnings growth over the past year (39.5%) exceeded the Oil and Gas industry 6.3%.


Return on Equity

High ROE: BWLP's Return on Equity (20.3%) is considered high.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/23 02:13
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/23 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