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Antero Resources Corp (AR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/05/2025: AR (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
22 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $42.29
1 Year Target Price $42.29
| 9 | Strong Buy |
| 5 | Buy |
| 7 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -9.38% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 12/05/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 11.35B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.44 | 1Y Target Price 42.29 |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.44 | 1Y Target Price 42.29 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 22 | Beta 0.57 | 52 Weeks Range 29.10 - 44.02 | Updated Date 12/5/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 29.10 - 44.02 | Updated Date 12/5/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.89 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 11.79% | Operating Margin (TTM) 11.2% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.25% | Return on Equity (TTM) 8.58% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 19.44 | Forward PE 13.16 | Enterprise Value 14799430600 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.27 |
Enterprise Value 14799430600 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.27 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.03 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.73 | Shares Outstanding 308494000 | Shares Floating 291406517 |
Shares Outstanding 308494000 | Shares Floating 291406517 | ||
Percent Insiders 6.58 | Percent Institutions 87.67 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Antero Resources Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Antero Resources Corporation was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. It's an independent oil and natural gas company focused on acquiring, exploring for, developing, and producing natural gas, NGLs, and oil properties in the Appalachian Basin. Initially focused on conventional gas, Antero shifted to shale development, becoming a significant player in the Marcellus and Utica Shales.
Core Business Areas
- Natural Gas Production: Antero's primary focus is the exploration, development, and production of natural gas from shale formations, particularly the Marcellus and Utica Shales.
- NGL Production: Antero also produces natural gas liquids (NGLs), including ethane, propane, butane, isobutane, and natural gasoline, which are separated from the natural gas stream.
- Oil Production: Antero produces oil, although it's a smaller part of their overall business compared to natural gas and NGLs.
- Midstream Operations: Antero Midstream Corporation (AM) was spun-off from Antero Resources, focusing on gathering, compression, processing, and transportation of Antero Resources' production.
Leadership and Structure
Paul M. Rady is the Chairman and CEO. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors and various executive officers overseeing different functional areas (finance, operations, legal, etc.).
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Natural Gas: Antero's primary product is natural gas. As an independent producer, accurately determining its specific market share is difficult due to fluctuating production and regional market dynamics. Competitors include EQT Corporation (EQT), Range Resources (RRC) and Southwestern Energy (SWN).
- Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs): NGLs are a significant part of Antero's revenue stream. Specific market share for NGLs is not readily available; however, it plays an integral role in providing feedstock to the petrochemical industry. Competitors are similar to those in natural gas production, plus companies specializing in NGL fractionation and transportation.
- Oil: Antero also produces oil but the revenue from oil is less than natural gas and NGLs. Competitors are similar to those in natural gas production.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and natural gas industry is cyclical and influenced by global supply and demand, geopolitical events, weather patterns, and environmental regulations. Shale gas production has significantly increased US natural gas supply, impacting prices and energy independence. The current industry has been challenged by increased costs.
Positioning
Antero Resources is a significant player in the Appalachian Basin, known for its large acreage position and focus on shale gas and NGL production. Its competitive advantage lies in its scale of operations and integrated midstream infrastructure (through Antero Midstream).
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global natural gas market is valued in the trillions of dollars. Antero Resources is positioned to capitalize on a portion of this TAM through its production and efficient operations, but this is a small percentage of the entire global market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large acreage position in the Appalachian Basin
- High production volumes of natural gas and NGLs
- Integrated midstream infrastructure (through Antero Midstream)
- Experienced management team
- Focus on cost efficiency
Weaknesses
- Exposure to volatile commodity prices
- High debt levels
- Dependence on the Appalachian Basin
- Sensitivity to environmental regulations
Opportunities
- Increased demand for natural gas as a cleaner energy source
- Expansion of NGL export markets
- Technological advancements to improve drilling efficiency
- Strategic acquisitions to expand acreage position
Threats
- Decline in natural gas prices
- Increased regulatory scrutiny and environmental activism
- Competition from other shale gas producers
- Geopolitical instability impacting energy markets
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EQT
- RRC
- SWN
- CNQ
Competitive Landscape
Antero Resources is a major player in the Appalachian Basin but faces intense competition from other large and smaller producers. Advantages include a large acreage position and integrated midstream assets. Disadvantages include debt levels and commodity price volatility. Market share is estimates based on 2023 total production versus total US production.
Major Acquisitions
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Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been tied to increased production volumes and commodity prices. The shale gas revolution drove significant growth initially, but recent years have seen more volatility.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on factors like natural gas demand, NGL export opportunities, and the company's ability to maintain cost competitiveness. Analyst estimates vary depending on their assumptions about these factors.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives have included focusing on cost reductions, optimizing production, and managing debt levels.
Summary
Antero Resources is a significant natural gas and NGL producer with a large acreage position in the Appalachian Basin. The company is challenged by high debt levels and commodity price volatility. Its integrated midstream assets and focus on cost efficiency are key strengths. Future success depends on managing these challenges and capitalizing on growing natural gas demand.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Company Website
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Disclaimers:
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About Antero Resources Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Denver, CO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-10-10 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Michael N. Kennedy | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 616 | Website https://www.anteroresources.com |
Full time employees 616 | Website https://www.anteroresources.com | ||
Antero Resources Corporation, an independent oil and natural gas company, engages in the development, production, exploration, and acquisition of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), and oil properties in the United States. It operates in three segments: Exploration and Production; Marketing; and Equity Method Investment in Antero Midstream. As of December 31, 2024, the company had approximately 521,000 net acres in the Appalachian Basin; and approximately 170,000 net acres in the Upper Devonian Shale. Its gathering and compression systems also comprise 708 miles of gas gathering pipelines in the Appalachian Basin. The company was formerly known as Antero Resources Appalachian Corporation and changed its name to Antero Resources Corporation in June 2013. Antero Resources Corporation was incorporated in 2002 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
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