Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE:LPG) Given Consensus Rating of “Hold” by Analysts

Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE:LPG) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Hold” by the five brokerages that are presently covering the firm, MarketBeat reports. Three research analysts have rated the stock with a hold rating and two have issued a buy rating on the company. The average 1 year target price among brokers that have covered the stock in the last year is $42.00.

A number of analysts have recently commented on the stock. Jefferies Financial Group assumed coverage on shares of Dorian LPG in a research note on Friday, April 24th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $42.00 price target for the company. Wall Street Zen lowered shares of Dorian LPG from a “strong-buy” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Sunday, February 22nd. Weiss Ratings reiterated a “hold (c+)” rating on shares of Dorian LPG in a research note on Wednesday, April 22nd. Dnb Carnegie upgraded shares of Dorian LPG from a “strong sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Monday. Finally, Pareto Securities reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of Dorian LPG in a research note on Thursday.

Dorian LPG News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting Dorian LPG this week:

• Positive Sentiment: The company said adjusted EPS came in at $1.89, well above the $1.36 consensus, while revenue rose to $153.27 million versus expectations of $126.25 million. Dorian LPG Ltd. Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results
• Positive Sentiment: Freight-rate strength and tighter vessel capacity boosted Dorian LPG’s time charter equivalent rates and helped drive revenue up 102% year over year, signaling stronger near-term earnings power. Dorian LPG profit jumps to two-year high as freight rates soar
• Positive Sentiment: The board declared an irregular cash dividend of $1.00 per share, supported by proceeds from vessel sales, which reinforces the company’s commitment to returning capital to shareholders. Dorian LPG Ltd. Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst commentary and earnings-call coverage are focused on whether elevated freight rates can persist, but the stock’s longer-term move will depend on how durable this shipping-cycle strength proves to be. Dorian LPG Ltd. (LPG) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Dorian LPG Stock Performance

Shares of LPG stock opened at $47.55 on Thursday. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $36.13 and a 200-day moving average price of $31.12. Dorian LPG has a 52 week low of $20.03 and a 52 week high of $48.12. The firm has a market capitalization of $2.03 billion, a PE ratio of 16.74 and a beta of 0.63. The company has a quick ratio of 2.40, a current ratio of 2.41 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.38.

Dorian LPG (NYSE:LPG) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, May 20th. The shipping company reported $1.89 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.41 by $0.48. Dorian LPG had a net margin of 29.88% and a return on equity of 11.82%. The firm had revenue of $153.27 million during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $128.87 million. During the same period in the previous year, the business posted $0.25 earnings per share. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 102.0% on a year-over-year basis.

Dorian LPG Announces Dividend

The firm also recently announced a special dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, May 28th. Investors of record on Monday, May 18th will be given a dividend of $1.00 per share. This represents a yield of 951.0%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, May 18th. Dorian LPG’s payout ratio is 35.21%.

Institutional Trading of Dorian LPG

Several large investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Arete Wealth Advisors LLC bought a new stake in Dorian LPG during the first quarter valued at approximately $683,000. Amundi bought a new stake in Dorian LPG during the first quarter valued at approximately $465,000. California State Teachers Retirement System grew its position in Dorian LPG by 36.2% during the first quarter. California State Teachers Retirement System now owns 51,933 shares of the shipping company’s stock valued at $1,776,000 after buying an additional 13,800 shares during the period. Empowered Funds LLC grew its position in Dorian LPG by 117.5% during the first quarter. Empowered Funds LLC now owns 197,030 shares of the shipping company’s stock valued at $6,738,000 after buying an additional 106,428 shares during the period. Finally, Lazard Asset Management LLC bought a new stake in Dorian LPG during the first quarter valued at approximately $2,211,000. 62.50% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors.

About Dorian LPG

Dorian LPG Ltd., incorporated in Bermuda and headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut, is a leading owner and operator of modern very large gas carriers (VLGCs). The company specializes in the maritime transportation of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), primarily propane and butane, for energy producers, commodity traders and trading houses around the world.

Dorian LPG’s fleet comprises over 30 state-of-the-art VLGCs, each designed for fuel efficiency and environmental performance. These vessels operate under medium- and long-term time charter agreements, providing predictable employment and supporting a stable charter revenue profile through contracts with major international energy companies.

The company serves global energy markets by transporting LPG cargoes along major trade routes linking production centers in the Middle East, U.S.