Imperial Petroleum Inc (NASDAQ:IMPP) shares are trading higher Monday afternoon after the company announced a new share repurchase program authorizing the buyback of up to $10 million of its common stock. Here’s what investors need to know.
- Imperial Petroleum stock is showing exceptional strength. What’s driving IMPP stock higher?
Imperial Petroleum Outlines Buyback Program
The company’s board has authorized officers to buy back shares on the open market or in private transactions when they see fit, and the company can pause or end the program at any time.
Imperial Petroleum operates a fleet of 20 tankers and dry bulk vessels, with additional ships on order that will take the fleet to 26 vessels and roughly 1.5 million deadweight tons once delivered.
Why The Buyback Is Boosting IMPP Stock
Buyback announcements are often welcomed by equity investors. A repurchase program can reduce the number of shares outstanding over time, supporting earnings per share and potentially lifting the stock price if profits remain stable.
The decision also signals that management views the current valuation as attractive and has confidence in the company’s cash generation and balance sheet. For a smaller-cap shipping name like Imperial Petroleum, even a modest dollar amount can represent a meaningful percentage of the float, amplifying the perceived impact.
That combination of financial support and bullish management signal is likely driving Monday’s upside move in IMPP shares.
IMPP Price Action: Imperial Petroleum shares were up 12.61% at $3.76 at the time of publication on Monday, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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