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Antero Resources Corp (AR)

Antero Resources Corp (AR) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/14/2025: AR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

4 star rating from financial analysts

22 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $42.1

1 Year Target Price $42.1

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$42.1 Target price
52w Low $29.1
Current$34.36
52w High $44.02

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -13.5%
Avg. Invested days 37
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 10.60B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 18.18
1Y Target Price 42.1
Price to earnings Ratio 18.18
1Y Target Price 42.1
Volume (30-day avg) 22
Beta 0.58
52 Weeks Range 29.10 - 44.02
Updated Date 11/15/2025
52 Weeks Range 29.10 - 44.02
Updated Date 11/15/2025
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 2025-10-29
When After Market
Estimate 0.48
Actual 0.1551

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 18.18
Forward PE 12.42
Enterprise Value 14170102840
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.12
Enterprise Value 14170102840
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.12
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.9
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.31
Shares Outstanding 308494000
Shares Floating 291400347
Shares Outstanding 308494000
Shares Floating 291400347
Percent Insiders 6.58
Percent Institutions 88.33

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Antero Resources Corp

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Antero Resources Corporation was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. It is an independent oil and natural gas company engaged in the acquisition, development, and production of unconventional oil and natural gas properties in the Appalachian Basin.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Natural Gas Production: Antero focuses on the exploration, development, and production of natural gas, primarily from the Marcellus Shale and Utica Shale formations in the Appalachian Basin.
  • Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs) Production: The company also produces NGLs, including ethane, propane, butane, isobutane, and natural gasoline, which are separated from the natural gas stream.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Antero Resources is led by Paul M. Rady (Chairman and CEO). The organizational structure includes departments for exploration, production, finance, legal, and marketing.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Natural Gas: Antero's primary product is natural gas. As of recent filings, Antero's volume of natural gas production is significant in the Appalachian Basin. Market share data fluctuates based on production volumes and can be sourced from EIA data and company investor presentations. Competitors include EQT, Southwestern Energy, and Range Resources.
  • Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs): NGLs represent a significant portion of Antero's revenue. Market share is dependent on NGL prices and production volumes. Competitors include similar shale producers with NGL processing capabilities, such as CNX Resources and Chesapeake Energy.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The natural gas industry is characterized by fluctuating prices driven by supply and demand, weather patterns, storage levels, and geopolitical events. The Appalachian Basin is a major natural gas producing region in the U.S.

Positioning

Antero Resources is a significant player in the Appalachian Basin, known for its large acreage position and efficient drilling techniques. Its competitive advantages include its scale of operations and integrated midstream infrastructure through its former midstream affiliate Antero Midstream (AM).

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global natural gas market is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars annually. Antero's TAM is a portion of the US natural gas market, which is a significant component of the global market. Positioning wise, the company aims to maintain a strong foothold in the market through increased production and efficient operations.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Large acreage position in the Marcellus and Utica Shales
  • Efficient drilling and completion techniques
  • High production volumes
  • Integrated midstream infrastructure (although less so after the Antero Midstream spinoff)

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to volatile natural gas prices
  • High debt levels
  • Operational risks associated with shale drilling
  • Geographic concentration in the Appalachian Basin

Opportunities

  • Increased demand for natural gas as a cleaner energy source
  • Expansion into new markets or regions
  • Technological advancements in drilling and production
  • Strategic acquisitions of complementary assets

Threats

  • Fluctuations in natural gas prices
  • Increased regulatory scrutiny and environmental concerns
  • Competition from other natural gas producers
  • Geopolitical risks and economic downturns

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • EQT
  • SWN
  • RRC

Competitive Landscape

Antero faces competition from other natural gas producers. Its advantages include its large acreage position and efficient operations. Disadvantages include debt levels and geographic concentration.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth trends would need to be derived from past financial reports.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates and company guidance, which vary. Check sources like Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg for estimates.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include production optimization, cost reduction efforts, and strategic hedging programs.

Summary

Antero Resources is a major player in the Appalachian Basin natural gas production, with a strong acreage position. High debt and volatile natural gas prices pose challenges. Growth depends on optimizing production, reducing costs, and successfully hedging price fluctuations. Regulatory scrutiny and competition present ongoing risks.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Company Investor Presentations
  • EIA Data
  • Yahoo Finance
  • Bloomberg

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly.

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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
Full time employees 616

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.