BW LPG (BWLPG) Stock Price, Fundamentals & Analysis

What BWLPG does

BW LPG (BWLPG) is an investment holding company that owns and operates a fleet of gas carriers, transporting liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) worldwide. It operates through two segments: Shipping, which involves owning and chartering vessels, and Product Services, which provides integrated LPG delivery, management, and wholesale trading services. As of December 31, 2025, the company managed a fleet of 54 vessels, including 28 very large gas carriers and 7 large gas carriers time chartered in by Product Services. The company, formerly known as BW Gas LPG Holding Limited, was founded in 1935 and is headquartered in Singapore.

Key numbers explained

• The current share price is 230.8 NOK, down 0.52% today.
• The trailing P/E ratio of 8.3 compares the share price to the last 12 months of earnings; a lower figure often suggests the stock is priced conservatively relative to recent earnings.
• The forward P/E ratio of 14.1 uses expected future earnings, giving a sense of how the market values growth prospects.
• The dividend yield of 10.79% means the annual dividend represents roughly 10.79% of the current share price, a high figure typical of mature shipping and energy companies.
• The ex-dividend date is 7 sept. 2026; buying before this date is required to receive the next dividend.
• The company pays out 63% of its earnings as dividends, indicating a balanced approach between returning cash to shareholders and retaining earnings.
• The beta of 0.11 suggests the stock is far less volatile than the overall market.
• The 52-week price range of 117,8 – 246,4 shows the stock has traded within a wide band over the past year, with a 57% increase from the low a year ago.

What to watch

As a shipping and midstream energy company, BWLPG is sensitive to global LPG trade flows, vessel charter rates, and fuel costs. The fleet size and composition, including the 28 very large gas carriers, directly affect capacity and earnings potential. Investors often compare it with peers such as Frontline (FRO) and Subsea 7 (SUBC) to gauge sector positioning. The company is listed on the Oslo Børs, where broader market movements in the energy and shipping sectors can influence its share price. Upcoming earnings reports, such as the one scheduled for 23 nov. 2026, are key dates for reviewing operational and financial updates.