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Battalion Oil Corp (BATL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: BATL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -81.49% | Avg. Invested days 17 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 23.20M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 18.6 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 18.6 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.77 | 52 Weeks Range 1.05 - 6.89 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 1.05 - 6.89 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.01 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2.79% | Operating Margin (TTM) 26.74% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.45% | Return on Equity (TTM) 3.05% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 1.96 | Enterprise Value 366012753 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.12 |
Enterprise Value 366012753 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.12 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.91 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.02 | Shares Outstanding 16456600 | Shares Floating 6248886 |
Shares Outstanding 16456600 | Shares Floating 6248886 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.41 | Percent Institutions 78.05 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Battalion Oil Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Battalion Oil Corp., a Texas-based company, focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of oil and natural gas properties in the Delaware Basin. It operated primarily in Reeves County, Texas. Battalion Oil filed for bankruptcy protection in July 2020 and again emerged and later was acquired by Fury Resources in late 2023.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: Focuses on identifying, acquiring, and developing oil and natural gas reserves within the Delaware Basin.
Leadership and Structure
Battalion Oil Corp's leadership structure consisted of a board of directors and executive management team headed by its CEO. Specific details of team composition changed due to bankruptucy and Fury Resources acquisition. No longer trading on the public market as of late 2023.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Battalion Oil Corp's primary product was crude oil extracted from its Delaware Basin assets. Market share data is unavailable due to the company's relatively small size. Competitors in the Permian Basin include large integrated oil companies such as ExxonMobil (XOM) and Chevron (CVX), as well as independent producers like Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD) and Devon Energy (DVN).
- Natural Gas: In addition to crude oil, Battalion Oil Corp also produced natural gas. Market share data unavailable. Competitors include the same as crude oil
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is characterized by fluctuating commodity prices, geopolitical risks, technological advancements, and environmental regulations. Focus has been on shale production and horizontal drilling.
Positioning
Battalion Oil Corp operated in the Delaware Basin, a region known for its prolific shale resources. However, due to its relatively small size and high debt levels, the company faced significant challenges competing with larger, more financially stable players. Ultimately, they had to file for bankruptcy.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oil and gas market is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. Battalion Oil Corp, as a small independent producer, held a negligible share of this overall TAM. The Permian Basin, where Battalion operated, represents a significant portion of US oil production, contributing to the broader TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Location in the Delaware Basin
- Focus on oil and gas exploration and production
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Limited scale compared to major players
- Vulnerability to commodity price fluctuations
- Past Bankruptcy
Opportunities
- Potential for technological advancements to improve production efficiency
- Strategic partnerships or acquisitions to expand reserves
- Rising oil and gas prices
Threats
- Volatile commodity prices
- Increasing environmental regulations
- Geopolitical instability
- Competition from larger oil and gas companies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- XOM
- CVX
- PXD
- DVN
Competitive Landscape
Battalion Oil Corp faced a highly competitive landscape against much larger, more financially stable oil and gas companies.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Battalion Oil Corp experienced periods of growth in production, but this was offset by financial difficulties.
Future Projections: Given its bankruptcy, acquisition by Fury Resources, and delisting, future projections are not applicable.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives were centered around attempts to restructure debt and improve operational efficiency before ultimate bankruptcy and acquisition.
Summary
Battalion Oil Corp was a small oil and gas exploration company operating in the Delaware Basin. The company faced significant financial challenges due to high debt levels and fluctuating commodity prices, leading to bankruptcy and eventual acquisition by Fury Resources. Its small scale and limited financial resources made it difficult to compete against larger, more established players. The company's reliance on volatile commodity markets rendered it unable to provide consistent returns for investors.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Press releases
- Financial news sources
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. The oil and gas industry is subject to significant risks and uncertainties.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Battalion Oil Corp
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-12-24 | Principal Financial Officer, CEO & Director Mr. Matthew B. Steele | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 38 | Website https://battalionoil.com |
Full time employees 38 | Website https://battalionoil.com | ||
Battalion Oil Corporation, an independent energy company, engages in the acquisition, production, exploration, and development of onshore oil and natural gas assets in the United States. It holds interests in the Delaware Basin located in Pecos, Reeves, Ward, and Winkler counties in Texas. The company sells crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids primarily to independent marketers, oil and natural gas companies, and gas pipeline companies. Battalion Oil Corporation was formerly known as Halcón Resources Corporation and changed its name to Battalion Oil Corporation in January 2020. The company was founded in 1987 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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