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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: FANG (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
31 Analysts rated it
Highly popular stock, broad analyst coverage, trusted insights, strong investor interest.
1 Year Target Price $182.37
1 Year Target Price $182.37
| 16 | Strong Buy |
| 12 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -20.01% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 43.18B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.81 | 1Y Target Price 182.37 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.81 | 1Y Target Price 182.37 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 31 | Beta 1.07 | 52 Weeks Range 112.40 - 195.31 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 112.40 - 195.31 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.65% | Basic EPS (TTM) 13.8 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-04 | When - | Estimate 2.86 | Actual 2.67 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 28.61% | Operating Margin (TTM) 27.9% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.37% | Return on Equity (TTM) 13.78% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.81 | Forward PE 11.51 | Enterprise Value 57485828807 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.22 |
Enterprise Value 57485828807 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.22 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.1 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.92 | Shares Outstanding 289486016 | Shares Floating 185589552 |
Shares Outstanding 289486016 | Shares Floating 185589552 | ||
Percent Insiders 35.9 | Percent Institutions 62.88 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Diamondback Energy Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Diamondback Energy, Inc. was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Midland, Texas. It is an independent oil and natural gas company focused on the acquisition, development, exploration and exploitation of unconventional, onshore oil and natural gas reserves primarily in the Permian Basin in West Texas.
Core Business Areas
- Oil and Gas Exploration and Production: Focuses on the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas properties. Primary operations are located in the Permian Basin, a prolific oil and gas producing region.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of Travis Stice (CEO), Kaes Van't Hof (CFO), and other executives. The company has a board of directors overseeing the management team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Diamondback's primary product. Market share data varies, but Diamondback is a significant player in the Permian Basin. Competitors include EOG Resources, Pioneer Natural Resources, and Occidental Petroleum. It is a major revenue contributor. Oil contributes to the majority of revenue. Oil prices heavily impacts revenue.
- Natural Gas: Natural gas production is a secondary product. Market share data varies. Competitors include EOG Resources, Pioneer Natural Resources, and Devon Energy.
- Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs): NGL production which accompanies oil and natural gas. Competitors include EOG Resources, Pioneer Natural Resources.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is subject to cyclical price fluctuations and is influenced by global supply and demand, geopolitical events, and regulatory changes.
Positioning
Diamondback Energy is a prominent independent producer in the Permian Basin, known for its efficient operations and focus on shareholder returns. Competitive advantages include a strong balance sheet and low-cost operations.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for oil and gas is globally vast, valued in the trillions of dollars. Diamondback's position relates to its Permian basin share, but it is small relative to the global market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Low-cost operator
- Strong balance sheet
- High-quality acreage in the Permian Basin
- Experienced management team
- Focus on shareholder returns
Weaknesses
- Exposure to volatile commodity prices
- Geographic concentration in the Permian Basin
- Operational risks inherent in drilling and production
- Limited diversification
Opportunities
- Further acquisitions to expand acreage position
- Technological advancements to improve efficiency
- Increased demand for oil and gas
- Export opportunities
Threats
- Declining oil and gas prices
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Environmental concerns
- Competition from other producers
- Geopolitical instability
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EOG
- PXD
- OXY
- DVN
- COP
Competitive Landscape
Diamondback competes on cost efficiency and production volume. The competitive landscape is intense, with many companies vying for market share in the Permian Basin.
Major Acquisitions
Endeavor Energy Resources
- Year: 2024
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 26000
- Strategic Rationale: Endeavor has one of the largest leasehold interests in the Permian Basin. Acquisition will further strengthen our dominant position in the Permian.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Diamondback has grown through acquisitions and organic drilling programs.
Future Projections: Analyst projections are available from financial news and research firms.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquisitions and development of acreage in the Permian Basin.
Summary
Diamondback Energy is a strong player in the Permian Basin with low-cost operations. Volatile commodity prices and regulatory scrutiny pose risks. Recent strategic initiatives, such as the Endeavor Energy acquisition, reflect growth ambitions. They have a large amount of debt and so need to manage it well or it will make them look very weak
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (10-K, 10-Q), press releases, analyst reports, financial news sources.
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. 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 Diamondback Energy Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Midland, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2012-10-12 | CEO & Director Mr. Matthew Kaes Van't Hof | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 1983 | |
Full time employees 1983 | |||
Diamondback Energy, Inc., an independent oil and natural gas company, acquires, develops, explores, and exploits unconventional, onshore oil and natural gas reserves in the Permian Basin in West Texas. It focuses on the development of the Spraberry and Wolfcamp formations of the Midland basin; and the Wolfcamp and Bone Spring formations of the Delaware basin, which are part of the Permian Basin in West Texas and New Mexico. Diamondback Energy, Inc. was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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