Ardmore Shipping Corp (ASC)

Our PAST TOP PICK with ASC has triggered its stop at $11.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering the position at this time.  When combined with previous guidance, this will result in a net investment gain of 9%.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with ASC has achieved its target at $12.50.  To remain disciplined, we recommend covering half the position at this time and trailing up the stop (from $10.00) to $11.00.  

Our PAST TOP PICK with ASC is progressing well.  To remain disciplined, we recommend trailing up the stop (from $8.50) to $10.00 at this time.

The shipping sector has come under increasing pressure as the speculation of US tariffs continues.  Earnings estimates for ASC have been heavily discounted into the share price, so if there is any upside impacting the shipping sector the stock should respond very positively.  It trades at 8x earnings, under book value and supports a ROE of 21%.  We continue to recommend a stop at $8.50, looking to achieve $12.50 -- upside potential of 25%.  Yield 4.6%

This operator of midsized tankers used for refined petroleum and chemicals has reduced its daily cost of operations by 30% to deal with tight market conditions.  This has allowed the company to generate growth in cash reserves, while retiring debt.  The healthy dividend is backed by a payout ratio under 40% of cash flow.  We recommend setting a stop-loss at $8.50, looking to achieve $17.00 — upside potential of 41%.  Yield 8.6%