ASC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ASC - ARDMORE SHIPPING CORPORATION
$12.92
0.52 (4.19%)
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BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Last Updated: January 30, 2026
Earnings: Feb 12, 2026
11d
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: ASC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 5.8% growth. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: ASC shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 5.8% growth. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$4.95
Based on -13.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$3.07
Trading above fair value
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 14.9x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ASC is currently trading at $12.92, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $10.84 to $12.19. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 17.7) compared to its historical average (14.9). At these levels, the market is pricing in 5.8% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ASC is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $12.94. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: ASC has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.45 (+24.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ASC is in a downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $12.94. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 4.2% recently.
Market Sentiment: ASC has a strong technical setup (60/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $15.45 (+24.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Fair Price Range
$10.84 -
$12.19
Company Quality Score
64/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
71.9%
Protect Your Profits
ASC is technically overbought (RSI 72). Consider hedging now to protect against a potential pullback while keeping your upside.
View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range (+6.0% above fair value)
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (60/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+4.2%)
- BULLISH: Trading 24.6% below Wall St target ($15.45)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 5.8% growth with -15.5% revenue growth
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$10.84 -
$12.19
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.80
(6.2%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$11.62
Resistance Level
$12.94
Current Trend
Downtrend
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.71
Wall Street Target
$15.45
(+24.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-15.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-45.7%
Profit Margin
11.5%
Valuation Premium vs History
+5.8% premium
PE vs Historical
17.7 vs 14.9
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+5.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$13.12
(+6%)
2-Year Target
$13.88
(+12%)
3-Year Target
$14.69
(+18%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 18→15)
PE COMPRESSION
$12.35
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.3, Growth: -30.0%)
$11.38
(+-8%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.7, Growth: -30.0%)
$9.04
(-27%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.9, Growth: -30.0%)
$7.60
(-39%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 15.52 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.79
Bull Case
$11.95
(-8%)
Analyst growth -11.4%, PE expands to 17.1
Base Case
$10.86
(-16%)
Market implied -11.4%, PE stable at 15.5
Bear Case
$8.34
(-36%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 13.2
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
Last updated: January 31, 2026 5:41 AM ET
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