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Empire Petroleum Corp (EP)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: EP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -53.47% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 186.13M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 1.16 | 52 Weeks Range 3.76 - 8.12 | Updated Date 06/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.76 - 8.12 | Updated Date 06/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.51 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -38.43% | Operating Margin (TTM) -43.95% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -7.39% | Return on Equity (TTM) -36.24% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 197741893 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.35 |
Enterprise Value 197741893 | Price to Sales(TTM) 4.35 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.62 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 61.63 | Shares Outstanding 33719700 | Shares Floating 25233483 |
Shares Outstanding 33719700 | Shares Floating 25233483 | ||
Percent Insiders 57.45 | Percent Institutions 10.34 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Empire Petroleum Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Empire Petroleum Corp is an oil and gas company focused on the acquisition, development, and production of resources. Founded in 2006, they have grown through strategic acquisitions to expand their asset base.
Core Business Areas
- Upstream Operations: Focuses on acquiring, developing, and producing crude oil and natural gas assets. Includes drilling, completion, and workover activities.
Leadership and Structure
Tommy Pritchard serves as CEO. The company operates with a management team overseeing exploration, production, and financial operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Crude oil production and sales account for a significant portion of Empire Petroleum's revenue. Market share is difficult to ascertain due to the fragmented nature of the oil and gas industry, but they compete with numerous large and small operators. Competitors include ExxonMobil (XOM), Chevron (CVX), and smaller independent producers.
- Natural Gas: Natural gas production and sales also contribute to revenue. Market share is also very fragmented here; they compete with the same types of companies as with crude oil. Competitors include ExxonMobil (XOM), Chevron (CVX), and smaller independent producers.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is characterized by fluctuating commodity prices, geopolitical risks, and evolving environmental regulations. Demand is influenced by global economic growth and energy policies.
Positioning
Empire Petroleum focuses on acquiring and developing producing assets, often targeting properties with established production histories. This allows them to leverage existing infrastructure and expertise.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oil and gas market is valued at trillions of dollars. Empire Petroleum's TAM includes producing regions within the US where they actively seek acquisitions, and compete for producing properties amongst countless competitors.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Experienced management team
- Proven acquisition strategy
- Diversified asset base within producing regions
- Strong operational capabilities
Weaknesses
- Reliance on commodity prices
- Smaller market capitalization compared to major players
- Limited geographic diversification
- High debt levels possible when acquiring producing properties
Opportunities
- Further acquisitions of undervalued assets
- Technological advancements in production techniques
- Strategic partnerships with larger companies
- Increased demand for oil and natural gas
Threats
- Fluctuations in commodity prices
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Geopolitical risks
- Environmental concerns and opposition to fossil fuels
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- APA (APA)
- OXY (OXY)
- EOG (EOG)
Competitive Landscape
Empire Petroleum is a smaller player compared to major integrated oil companies. Their advantage lies in acquiring and developing mature assets, but they are more vulnerable to commodity price fluctuations.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth trends require analysis of Empire Petroleum's (EP) revenue and production data over the past several years.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates, which are not available without specific financial data sources.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives require monitoring press releases and company filings for Empire Petroleum (EP).
Summary
Empire Petroleum is a small-cap oil and gas company focusing on acquiring and developing producing assets. Their success depends on efficient operations and favorable commodity prices. Volatility in oil and gas markets poses a significant risk. Their proven acquisition strategy, if executed correctly, could create growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Financial news sources
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share estimates are approximate.
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 Empire Petroleum Corp
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Tulsa, OK, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2011-02-23 | CEO, COO, President, Principal Financial Officer, Treasurer, Secretary & Director Mr. Michael R. Morrisett | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 63 | Website https://empirepetroleumcorp.com |
Full time employees 63 | Website https://empirepetroleumcorp.com |
Empire Petroleum Corporation engages in the optimization and development of oil and gas interests in the United States. It operates its properties in New Mexico, North Dakota, Montana, Texas, and Louisiana. The company was formerly known as Americomm Resources Corporation and changed its name to Empire Petroleum Corporation in August 2001. Empire Petroleum Corporation was incorporated in 1983 and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

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