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Marine Transportation
Quarterly ResultMay 22, 2026, 09:22 AM

Imperial Petroleum Q1 Net Income $28.0M, EPS $0.60

AI Summary

Imperial Petroleum Inc. reported its second-best quarterly performance in Q1 2026, with net income surging 147.8% year-over-year to $28.0 million and basic EPS reaching $0.60. Revenues increased 92.2% to $61.7 million, driven by an expanded fleet and higher tanker rates due to geopolitical tensions. The company also continued its fleet expansion, delivering one dry bulk carrier and expecting five more by Q3 2026. Additionally, Imperial Petroleum repurchased $3.8 million in common shares under its stock repurchase program.

Key Highlights

  • Net income increased 147.8% year-over-year to $28.0 million in Q1 2026.
  • Basic EPS was $0.60 in Q1 2026, up from $0.32 in Q1 2025.
  • Revenues rose 92.2% year-over-year to $61.7 million in Q1 2026.
  • Operating income increased 239.7% year-over-year to $26.5 million.
  • EBITDA for Q1 2026 amounted to $34.4 million.
  • Cash and cash equivalents, including time deposits, reached $212.6 million as of March 31, 2026.
  • The company repurchased 855,769 common shares for $3.8 million by May 21, 2026.
  • Fleet expanded to 21 vessels, with 5 more scheduled for delivery by Q3 2026.