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Battalion Oil Corp (BATL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
12/04/2025: 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 12/04/2025 |
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. was a Texas-based independent energy company focused on the development, production, and acquisition of oil and natural gas properties. The company went through financial difficulties and ultimately liquidation.
Core Business Areas
- Oil and Gas Exploration and Production: Focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of oil and natural gas properties, primarily in the Delaware Basin. They employed advanced drilling and completion techniques to enhance production.
Leadership and Structure
The company's leadership team consisted of executives overseeing various aspects of operations, finance, and strategy. The organizational structure was typical of an independent oil and gas company, with departments responsible for exploration, production, engineering, and administration.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Battalion Oil Corp's primary product was crude oil extracted from its properties in the Delaware Basin. Market share data is not readily available due to the company's small size relative to the overall oil market. Competitors include larger exploration and production companies operating in the Permian Basin, such as Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD), ConocoPhillips (COP), and EOG Resources (EOG).
- Natural Gas: Battalion Oil also produced natural gas, although it was a smaller portion of their overall revenue stream. Market share data is not readily available. Competitors include larger exploration and production companies operating in the Permian Basin, such as Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD), ConocoPhillips (COP), and EOG Resources (EOG).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is highly competitive and cyclical, influenced by factors such as global supply and demand, geopolitical events, and technological advancements. The Permian Basin, where Battalion operated, is a major shale oil production region in the U.S.
Positioning
Battalion Oil Corp was a smaller player in the oil and gas industry, focused on developing its properties in the Delaware Basin. Its competitive advantages (if any) would have stemmed from efficient operations and effective capital management. It's difficult to assess advantages after its liquidation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for oil and gas is in the trillions of dollars globally. Battalion Oil Corp held a very small percentage of this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Assets in a prolific basin (Delaware Basin)
- Experienced management team (prior to liquidation)
- Focus on operational efficiency (stated goal)
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Small market capitalization
- Dependence on commodity prices
- Liquidation
Opportunities
- Increased oil and gas prices
- Acquisition of new properties
- Technological advancements in drilling and completion techniques
Threats
- Fluctuations in commodity prices
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Environmental concerns
- Competition from larger E&P companies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PXD
- COP
- EOG
Competitive Landscape
Battalion Oil Corp faced significant disadvantages compared to larger, more established oil and gas companies. These disadvantages included limited financial resources and smaller scale of operations.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth was erratic and dependent on commodity prices. There is no future growth.
Future Projections: There are no future projections due to the company's liquidation.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives prior to liquidation focused on cost reduction and debt restructuring.
Summary
Battalion Oil Corp was a smaller oil and gas company operating in a highly competitive market. The company faced challenges related to debt, commodity price volatility, and competition, ultimately leading to liquidation. Before liquidation, the company was working on cost reduction and debt restructuring but it was unable to do so. Going forward the prospects for shareholders are not good because of the bankruptcy.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Company filings
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. The company is liquidated and information may not be accurate.
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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