Pyxis Tankers Stock Price, News & Analysis

Pyxis Tankers Inc. (NASDAQ: PXS) announced the sale of its vessel Pyxis Malou for $24.8 million, expected to close by March 31, 2023. After repaying debts and transaction costs, the company anticipates receiving about $18 million for corporate purposes, including further debt repayment. This transaction will yield a non-cash gain of approximately $8 million, or $0.75 per share. The sale aligns with the company's strategy to enhance financial strength and flexibility, maintaining a fleet with an average age of 8 years. CEO Valentios Valentis emphasized the focus on modern tankers and shareholder value enhancement.

Pyxis Tankers, a product tanker company, announced a secured term loan facility of up to $15.5 million from Piraeus Bank, with an interest rate of Term SOFR plus 2.7%. The facility is set to refinance existing debt on the Pyxis Karteria and support corporate needs, to be completed by the end of February 2023. CEO Valentios Valentis expressed confidence in this new banking relationship, emphasizing a 210 basis points savings in interest and improved debt maturity profile. The company aims for fleet growth and operational flexibility in its tanker management strategy.

On January 12, 2023, Pyxis Tankers (NASDAQ: PXS) announced its participation in Capital Link’s Corporate Presentation Webinar Series. The webinar is scheduled for January 18, 2023, at 11:00 am ET, where the senior management team will discuss the company’s operations, business development, and the growth outlook for the product tanker sector. Interested participants can register through the provided link, and questions can be submitted during the session. The company emphasizes its modern fleet and strategic expansion in the product tanker market.

Pyxis Tankers (PXS) reported strong financial results for Q3 2022, with net revenues of $17.0 million, a substantial 143% increase from Q3 2021. The time charter equivalent (TCE) revenues surged 248% to $12.0 million, and net income rose to $5.1 million, markedly up from a loss of $3.7 million a year earlier. Adjusted EBITDA stood at $8.0 million, growing $9.2 million year-on-year. The daily TCE rate was $29,062, a significant increase from $7,326 in Q3 2021. Looking ahead, the company expects continued elevated charter rates due to seasonal demand and geopolitical factors.

Pyxis Tankers Inc. (NASDAQ: PXS) will release its third quarter earnings results after market close on November 14, 2022. The company will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss the outcomes. Interested participants can dial into the call using the provided phone numbers or register for a faster connection. A webcast will also be available on the company's website, alongside a replay of the conference until November 21, 2022. Pyxis operates a fleet of five modern product tankers and aims to expand its operations for enhanced earnings potential.

Pyxis Tankers Inc. (PXS), based in Maroussi, Greece, announced the date for its second quarter earnings release on August 8, 2022. The unaudited results will be available before market opens, followed by a conference call at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Participants can register for the call via the company's website. Pyxis operates a modern fleet of five tankers focused on the transportation of refined petroleum products and other liquids, aiming to expand its medium-range tanker fleet for improved operational flexibility and earnings potential.

Pyxis Tankers Inc. (NASDAQ CM: PXS) announced it has regained compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement. Following a notification from Nasdaq, the company's common shares traded above $1.00 for ten consecutive days from May 13 to May 26, 2022. Additionally, the company continues a mixed chartering strategy for its medium-range tankers, with approximately 77% of available days in Q2 2022 booked at an estimated daily charter rate of $27,500.

Pyxis Tankers Inc. (NASDAQ: PXS) reported its unaudited results for Q1 2022, showing revenues of $6.9 million, up 31.7% from Q1 2021. However, the company faced a net loss of $3.7 million, or $0.09 per share, worse than the prior year's loss of $2.1 million. Adjusted EBITDA was negative $0.7 million, a decline of $1.5 million. Factors affecting performance included the ongoing impacts of COVID-19, a vessel grounding incident, and higher operational costs. Despite challenges, demand for refined products is rising, suggesting a potential recovery in tanker charter rates.

On May 11, 2022, Pyxis Tankers Inc. (PXS) held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders in London, where shareholders re-elected Mr. Aristides J. Pittas as Director and approved a reverse stock split of its common shares. Effective May 13, 2022, the ratio will be one-for-four, reducing outstanding shares from approximately 42.4 million to about 10.6 million. This move aims to maintain the minimum $1.00 per share requirement on Nasdaq. The conversion price of Series A preferred shares and the exercise price of warrants will also adjust to $5.60.