Navigator Holdings Ltd (NVGS) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Navigator Holdings Ltd stock (NVGS) is currently trading at $19.57. Navigator Holdings Ltd PE ratio is 13.31. Navigator Holdings Ltd PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 2.17. Analyst consensus price target for NVGS is $22.67. WallStSmart rates NVGS as Underperform.
- NVGS PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- NVGS PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- NVGS intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- NVGS stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- NVGS fair value vs current price
- NVGS insider transactions and insider buying
- Is NVGS undervalued or overvalued?
- Navigator Holdings Ltd financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- NVGS Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- NVGS analyst price target and Smart Rating
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NVGS Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Navigator Holdings Ltd (NVGS)
NVGS trades 90% above its Graham fair value of $10.00, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Navigator Holdings Ltd (NVGS) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in operating margin, price/book, profit margin. Concerns around peg ratio and return on equity. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Navigator Holdings Ltd (NVGS) Key Strengths (3)
Trading below book value, meaning the market prices it less than net assets
Strong operational efficiency: $26 kept per $100 revenue
Strong profitability: $17 kept per $100 revenue
Supporting Valuation Data
Navigator Holdings Ltd (NVGS) Areas to Watch (7)
Earnings declining -10.90%, profits shrinking
Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium
Low profitability relative to shareholder equity
Modest revenue growth at 6.10%
Small-cap company with higher risk but more growth potential
Revenue is fairly priced at 2.17x sales
Moderate institutional interest at 35.87%
Navigator Holdings Ltd (NVGS) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 53/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C- grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 3 register as strengths (avg 8.7/10) while 7 fall into concern territory (avg 3.7/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Valuation metrics including Price/Book (0.97) suggest the stock is attractively priced. Profitability is solid with Operating Margin at 26.20%, Profit Margin at 17.10%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (4.42), Price/Sales (2.17) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 6.10%, EPS Growth at -10.90%, which may limit upside. Profitability pressure is visible in Return on Equity at 8.46%.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 8.46% needing improvement to support the investment thesis. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 6.10% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Price/Book, Operating Margin) and negatives (EPS Growth, PEG Ratio). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
NVGS Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
NVGS's Price-to-Sales ratio of 2.17x trades at a deep discount to its historical average of 9.73x (38th percentile). The current valuation is 96% below its historical high of 48.77x set in Feb 2008, and 105% above its historical low of 1.06x in Mar 2020. Over the past 12 months, the PS ratio has expanded from ~1.5x, reflecting growing market expectations outpacing revenue growth.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Navigator Holdings Ltd (NVGS) · ENERGY › OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM
The Big Picture
Navigator Holdings Ltd is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 587M with 6% growth year-over-year. Profit margins of 17.1% are healthy, with room for further expansion as the business scales.
Key Findings
ROE of 846.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Generating 43M in free cash flow and 52M in operating cash flow. Earnings are translating into actual cash generation.
What to Watch Next
Sector dynamics: monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Navigator Holdings Ltd.
Bottom Line
Navigator Holdings Ltd is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 17.1% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
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About Navigator Holdings Ltd(NVGS)
NYSE
ENERGY
OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM
USA
Navigator Holdings Ltd. owns and operates a worldwide fleet of liquefied gas carriers. The company is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.