Ardmore Shipping: The War Is The Wrong Reason To Own It - Buy
Ardmore Shipping offers a compelling payout story, with Q2 spot MRs fixed at $52,100/day—nearly 5x cash breakeven—and a doubled dividend policy. ASC's Q2 earnings are largely locked in, supporting an estimated $0.83/share dividend and a projected $2.89/share full-year EPS at current run-rates. The stock is rated Buy with a $17 target, underpinned by a 12.4% yield, disciplined capital allocation, and a strong balance sheet with low leverage.