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Diversified Energy Company plc (DEC)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/16/2025: DEC (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
9 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $17.5
1 Year Target Price $17.5
| 7 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 1 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 10.28% | Avg. Invested days 41 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.08B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 17.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 0.06 | 52 Weeks Range 9.87 - 16.96 | Updated Date 06/6/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.87 - 16.96 | Updated Date 06/6/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 8.28% | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.84 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -11.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) -11.36% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -0.91% | Return on Equity (TTM) -16.37% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 3.66 | Enterprise Value 2559392758 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.43 |
Enterprise Value 2559392758 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.43 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.22 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.04 | Shares Outstanding 59347900 | Shares Floating 44962432 |
Shares Outstanding 59347900 | Shares Floating 44962432 | ||
Percent Insiders 24.91 | Percent Institutions 59.53 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3 | Target Price 17.5 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 7 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 7 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Diversified Energy Company plc
Company Overview
History and Background
Diversified Energy Company plc, formerly known as Diversified Gas & Oil PLC, was founded in 2001. It focuses on acquiring and operating mature, low-decline producing natural gas and oil wells primarily in the Appalachian Basin and Central Region of the United States. Initially focused on acquisitions in the Appalachian Basin, it has expanded through strategic acquisitions over time.
Core Business Areas
- Production: Owns and operates mature producing natural gas and oil wells.
- Midstream: Operates gathering and transportation systems to move production to market.
- Asset Retirement: Manages the retirement and decommissioning of wells.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by CEO Rusty Hutson, Jr. It operates with a structure common for publicly traded companies, with a board of directors overseeing management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Market Share (%): 2
- Natural Gas: Diversified Energy's primary product is natural gas extracted from its wells. Market share is fragmented; no single company dominates the mature well market. Competitors include local and regional operators of similar assets. Revenue is primarily derived from natural gas sales.
- Market Share (%): 0.5
- Oil: Diversified Energy also produces crude oil. This accounts for a smaller portion of their overall production compared to natural gas. As with natural gas, the market share for oil is small compared to bigger exploration and drilling companies. Competitors include local and regional operators of similar assets.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The US oil and gas industry is highly competitive and subject to commodity price volatility. Mature wells are characterized by lower production rates but also lower operating costs. Regulatory oversight and environmental concerns are significant factors.
Positioning
Diversified Energy positions itself as a specialist in acquiring and efficiently operating mature, low-decline producing wells, aiming for consistent cash flow generation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for mature oil and gas wells is significant, estimated in the billions of dollars annually. Diversified Energy's positioning focuses on acquiring and optimizing these assets.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Consistent cash flow generation from mature assets
- Expertise in operating low-decline wells
- History of successful acquisitions
- Established presence in the Appalachian Basin
Weaknesses
- Reliance on commodity prices
- High debt levels
- Environmental liabilities associated with aging infrastructure
- Exposure to regulatory changes
Opportunities
- Further consolidation of mature well assets
- Improved operational efficiencies through technology
- Expansion into new geographic regions
- Development of carbon capture and storage projects
Threats
- Decline in natural gas and oil prices
- Increased environmental regulations
- Rising operating costs
- Competition from larger energy companies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- APA
- EQT
- SWN
Competitive Landscape
Diversified Energy's advantage lies in its focus on mature wells, allowing it to operate with lower overhead costs than larger exploration companies. However, it faces competition from other operators of similar assets.
Major Acquisitions
Tanner Creek Energy
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 142
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Diversified Energy's footprint in the Central Region.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been driven by acquisitions of producing assets. The pace of growth has been influenced by commodity prices and available funding.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on continued acquisitions, operational efficiencies, and commodity price stability. Analyst estimates vary.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include optimizing existing operations, reducing operating costs, and exploring carbon capture opportunities.
Summary
Diversified Energy Company specializes in acquiring mature, low-decline wells in the US, generating consistent cash flow. Its strengths lie in its operational expertise and acquisition strategy, but it faces challenges related to commodity price volatility and environmental liabilities. Future growth relies on continued acquisitions and cost optimization. Diversified Energy needs to actively manage its debt and address environmental concerns.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (SEC)
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can change rapidly.
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 Diversified Energy Company plc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Birmingham, AL, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2023-12-18 | Co-Founder, CEO & Director Mr. Robert Russell Hutson Jr. | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Integrated | Full time employees 1589 | Website https://www.div.energy |
Full time employees 1589 | Website https://www.div.energy | ||
Diversified Energy Company PLC operates as an independent owner and operator of producing natural gas and oil wells primarily in the Appalachian Basin of the United States. The company is involved in the production, marketing, and transportation of natural gas, natural gas liquids, crude oil, and condensates. Its assets consist of natural gas wells and gathering systems located in the states of Tennessee, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, Texas, and Louisiana. The company was formerly known as Diversified Gas & Oil PLC and changed its name to Diversified Energy Company PLC in May 2021. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
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