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StealthGas Debt-Free Growth Strategy
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StealthGas just smashed Q1 2026 earnings with $42.8M in revenue—up from last year and beating last quarter—while proudly showing zero bank debt after paying off $350M over three years. They’re locking in contracts through 2029, with nearly half their fleet booked a year ahead, and quietly prepping to swap aging ships for newer ones. Being debt-free gives them massive operational flexibility in a shaky market, and they’ve even paused stock buybacks as prices climbed. The Eco Wizard, sidelined since July, is still in talks with insurers, with a resolution expected soon. Strategically focused on Europe and the Med, they’re also eyeing emerging African markets—positioning for steady growth with a solid, future-proof fleet.
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