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Price: 10 USD Market Closed

Market Cap: $3.1B

1.5%

Declining

by 3.4%

Operating Margin shows how much profit a company makes from its regular business activities after covering operating costs. It helps measure how efficiently the company turns sales into profit.

Operating Margin

1.5%

Operating Income

€197.6m

Revenue

€11.4B

Operating Margin shows how much profit a company makes from its regular business activities after covering operating costs. It helps measure how efficiently the company turns sales into profit.

Operating Margin

1.5%

Operating Income

$197.6m

Revenue

€11.4B

Peer Comparison

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
GR		Hellenic Petroleum Holdings SA OTC:HLPMF	3.1B USD	Loading...
JP		Fuji Oil Co Ltd TSE:5017	36.8B JPY	Loading...
IN		Reliance Industries Ltd NSE:RELIANCE	18.8T INR	Loading...
US		Phillips 66 NYSE:PSX	57.4B USD	Loading...
US		Valero Energy Corp NYSE:VLO	57.5B USD	Loading...
US		Marathon Petroleum Corp NYSE:MPC	54.5B USD	Loading...
PL		Polski Koncern Naftowy Orlen SA WSE:PKN	119.8B PLN	Loading...
PL	O	Orlen SA PSE:PKN	683B CZK	Loading...
IN		Indian Oil Corporation Ltd NSE:IOC	2.1T INR	Loading...
JP		ENEOS Holdings Inc TSE:5020	3.4T JPY	Loading...
FI		Neste Oyj OMXH:NESTE	16.2B EUR	Loading...

Market Distribution

Min	-1 006.6%
30th Percentile	4.1%
Median	11.9%
70th Percentile	20.3%
Max	139.8%

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Hellenic Petroleum Holdings SA
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Market Cap

3.1B USD

Industry

Energy

Hellenic Petroleum Holdings SA, a titan of the energy sector in Greece, traces its roots back to the mid-20th century. Originally established as a state-owned entity, it has gradually transformed into a vital powerhouse in the region's energy landscape. The company operates a multifaceted enterprise primarily anchored in refining, a segment where it commands a significant presence with its three major refineries located in Aspropyrgos, Elefsina, and Thessaloniki. These facilities not only cater to domestic demand but also export fuel to neighboring countries, leveraging Greece's strategic location as a gateway between Europe and Asia. The refining process takes crude oil and converts it into various fuels such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, which are crucial for both industrial and everyday use, providing a steady cash flow and revenue stream. Beyond refining, Hellenic Petroleum diversifies its portfolio through marketing, petrochemicals production, and the exploration and production of hydrocarbons. The marketing division operates an expansive network of fuel stations under the EKO and BP brands, punctuating its market penetration across Greece and the Balkan region. This arm ensures that the refined products reach consumers at competitive prices. Moreover, the company's ventures into petrochemicals extend their business scope as they produce polypropylene and solvents, which are essential raw materials for various industries. With a focus on sustainability and future growth, Hellenic Petroleum is also investing in renewable energy projects, balancing traditional oil and gas operations with initiatives aimed at reducing carbon footprints, thereby progressively aligning itself with global energy transition trends. The confluence of these efforts underscores a strategic pivot from a traditional oil and gas stalwart to a more diversified energy entity, reinforcing its status on the international stage.

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HLPMF Intrinsic Value

Undervaluation 41%

Intrinsic Value

Price

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