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Battalion Oil Corp (BATL)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

08/28/2025: BATL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -81.49%
Avg. Invested days 17
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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

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Report Date -
When -
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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

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Battalion Oil Corp

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Company Overview

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Battalion Oil Corp, formerly Halcu00f3n Resources, emerged from bankruptcy in 2020 and refocused on its assets in the Delaware Basin. The company's history involves significant exploration and production activities in various shale plays before streamlining its operations.

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  • Oil and Gas Exploration and Production: Battalion Oil Corp focuses on the exploration, development, and production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids primarily in the Delaware Basin, located in West Texas.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Battalion Oil Corp is led by its executive team and overseen by a board of directors. The company's organizational structure is designed to support its exploration and production operations.

Top Products and Market Share

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  • Crude Oil: Crude oil production forms a significant portion of Battalion Oil Corp's revenue. Market share data specific to Battalion alone is hard to calculate precisely but compete with all the companies in the permian. Competitors: ExxonMobil (XOM), Chevron (CVX), EOG Resources (EOG).
  • Natural Gas: Natural gas production contributes to Battalion Oil Corp's revenue stream. Competitors: ExxonMobil (XOM), Chevron (CVX), EOG Resources (EOG).
  • Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs): NGLs are produced alongside oil and natural gas, adding to Battalion Oil Corp's diversified product portfolio. Competitors: ExxonMobil (XOM), Chevron (CVX), EOG Resources (EOG).

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The oil and gas industry is characterized by fluctuating commodity prices, technological advancements in drilling techniques (e.g., fracking), and increasing environmental regulations. Shale oil and gas production is a major component of the US energy landscape.

Positioning

Battalion Oil Corp operates within the competitive Permian Basin, focusing on cost-efficient production and strategic development of its acreage. Competitive advantages include technological innovation and geographical concentration in the Delaware Basin.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global oil and gas market is multi-trillion dollar in size. Battalion is positioned to capitalize in their section of the Permian Basin which makes up only a small portion of the overall market.

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Strengths

  • Strategic Acreage in the Delaware Basin
  • Experienced Management Team
  • Focus on Cost Efficiency
  • Technological Innovation in Drilling
  • Strong Infrastructure in place

Weaknesses

  • High Debt Levels (common in Oil & Gas)
  • Vulnerability to Commodity Price Volatility
  • Concentrated Operations in One Geographic Area
  • Limited Access to Capital Compared to Larger Players

Opportunities

  • Further Development of Delaware Basin Acreage
  • Potential for Acquisitions of Complementary Assets
  • Increase in Global Energy Demand
  • Advancements in Drilling and Production Technologies

Threats

  • Fluctuations in Oil and Natural Gas Prices
  • Increasing Environmental Regulations
  • Competition from Larger Oil and Gas Companies
  • Geopolitical Risks
  • Labor and Supply Chain Issues

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • XOM
  • CVX
  • EOG

Competitive Landscape

Battalion Oil Corp operates in a highly competitive environment with significant competition from major oil and gas companies with vastly more resources.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Due to the restructuring, historical growth data is not indicative of the current company's performance.

Future Projections: Future growth hinges on the company's ability to efficiently develop its assets and manage its debt.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives involve optimizing drilling operations and controlling costs to improve profitability.

Summary

Battalion Oil Corp's future rests on capitalizing in the Permian Basin and using its strategic assets. Given a market filled with much larger and wealthier competitors, it will be an uphill battle. They are a much smaller player in a market with very powerful participants and would need a major discovery or strategic shift to stay afloat. The success depends on effective capital management and drilling.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Financial News Outlets

Disclaimers:

This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions are volatile and subject to change.

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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
Full time employees 38

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.