Expand Energy Corporation(EXE)

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$89.46
11/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EXE

11/02/2026: EXE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Expand Energy Corporation is a large-scale U.S. natural gas producer resulting from the strategic merger of industry players. The company leverages an expansive portfolio of high-quality shale assets to drive efficient production and sustainable free cash flow. Its primary growth opportunity lies in capitalizing on increased U.S. LNG export capacity to serve growing global energy needs. However, the company faces risks from volatile commodity prices, potential regulatory headwinds, and the integration complexities of its recent merger. It may suit investors comfortable with energy sector cyclicality who are seeking exposure to a major natural gas producer, though they should monitor post-merger synergy realizations.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth is largely driven by scale and energy price cycles rather than disruptive product innovation.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can exhibit strong price trends during energy cycle upswings.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at valuations reflective of its asset-heavy nature and commodity price cyclicality.
Dividend investorMixed fitDividends are subject to the inherent volatility of the energy market and commodity prices.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe company's performance is tied to volatile commodity prices, making it unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighFluctuations in natural gas prices directly impact revenue and profitability.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment toward the energy sector can lead to significant valuation swings.
Competition risk (Natural Gas Producers)MediumIntense competition for market share and capital limits pricing power.
Business qualityMediumThe company has strong assets but remains an upstream producer at the mercy of markets.
Dividend incomeMediumPayout sustainability depends on commodity price floors being maintained.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessfully integrating the Southwestern Energy merger is critical to achieving projected cost synergies.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -18.76%
Avg. Invested days 38
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
EXE receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
EXE has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, strong growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+354.8%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 15.8%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.36%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
EXE's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.8B (15.8% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is EXE's strongest growth driver at +22887.5% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+176.0%, strong) and earnings growth (+354.8%, strong) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 97.1% and approximately 99.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.36%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.44%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.76%
State Street Corp 6.76%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.12%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 2.92%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
EXE generates approximately $465 of gross profit, $175 of operating income, and $158 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and solid cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 20.29%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
EXE has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 20.91B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 7.81
1Y Target Price 123.15
Price to earnings Ratio 7.81
1Y Target Price 123.15
Volume (30-day avg) 3.4M shares
Beta 0.4
52 Weeks Range 83.25 - 124.43
Updated Date 11/01/2026
52 Weeks Range 83.25 - 124.43
Updated Date 11/01/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.54%
Basic EPS (TTM) 11.59

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Natural Gas ProductionExtraction and sale of dry natural gas from shale basins.The primary revenue driver depends on the volume and market price of natural gas.
Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs)Sale of NGLs produced alongside natural gas.Provides a secondary income stream that is correlated with energy and chemical industry demand.
Midstream & MarketingGathering, processing, and transportation services.Helps move the product to market, ensuring revenue flow even when production costs vary.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-10-27
When After Market
Estimate 1.28
Actual 1.46

Profitability

Profit Margin 21.26%
Operating Margin (TTM) 23.18%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 8.17%
Return on Equity (TTM) 14.62%

Valuation

Trailing PE 7.81
Forward PE 9.4
Enterprise Value 25.47B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.61
Enterprise Value 25.47B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.61
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.82
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.86
Shares Outstanding 230.96M
Shares Floating 229.75M
Shares Outstanding 230.96M
Shares Floating 229.75M
Percent Insiders 0.36
Percent Institutions 97.14

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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