StealthGas Inc (GASS)vsZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd (ZIM)
GASS
StealthGas Inc
$9.22
-2.33%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $357.73M
ZIM
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd
$25.24
-0.83%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd generates 3535% more annual revenue ($6.29B vs $173.16M). GASS leads profitability with a 35.0% profit margin vs 1.6%. GASS trades at a lower P/E of 5.9x. GASS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 59/100 (C).
GASS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
ZIM
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GASS.
Margin of Safety
-22.8%
Fair Value
$17.22
Current Price
$25.24
$8.02 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 35 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 9.4%
Earnings declined 6.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 2.5% — below average capital efficiency
1.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : GASS
The strongest argument for GASS centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 35.0% and operating margin at 25.8%. PEG of 0.85 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ZIM
The strongest argument for ZIM centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : GASS
The primary concerns for GASS are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : ZIM
The primary concerns for ZIM are P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity. Thin 1.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GASS profiles as a declining stock while ZIM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ZIM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.14 — expect wider price swings.
GASS is growing revenue faster at -9.4% — sustainability is the question.
ZIM generates stronger free cash flow (231M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
GASS scores higher overall (59/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 35.0% margins. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
StealthGas Inc
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
StealthGas Inc., provides maritime transportation services to producers and users of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) internationally. The company is headquartered in Athens, Greece.
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd
INDUSTRIALS · MARINE SHIPPING · USA
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd., provides container shipping and related services in Israel and internationally. The company is headquartered in Haifa, Israel.
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