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Gulfport Energy Operating Corp (GPOR)

Gulfport Energy Operating Corp (GPOR) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
$216.57
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Profit since last BUY13.68%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

12/05/2025: GPOR (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Upturn Star Rating

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Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

3 star rating from financial analysts

12 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $228.08

1 Year Target Price $228.08

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$228.08 Target price
52w Low $153.27
Current$216.57
52w High $225.78

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 14.6%
Avg. Invested days 46
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.18B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 228.08
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 228.08
Volume (30-day avg) 12
Beta 0.6
52 Weeks Range 153.27 - 225.78
Updated Date 12/6/2025
52 Weeks Range 153.27 - 225.78
Updated Date 12/6/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.54

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date -
When -
Estimate -
Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 1.8%
Operating Margin (TTM) 51.68%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 9.19%
Return on Equity (TTM) 1.13%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 8
Enterprise Value 4893750991
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.4
Enterprise Value 4893750991
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.4
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.91
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.18
Shares Outstanding 19316819
Shares Floating 15753445
Shares Outstanding 19316819
Shares Floating 15753445
Percent Insiders 0.44
Percent Institutions 112.5

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Gulfport Energy Operating Corp

Gulfport Energy Operating Corp(GPOR) company logo displayed in Upturn AI summary

Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Gulfport Energy Corporation emerged from bankruptcy in May 2021. Prior to bankruptcy, the company was founded in 1985 and focused on the exploration, development, and production of natural gas and oil, primarily in the Utica Shale in Ohio and the SCOOP play in Oklahoma.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Exploration and Production: Gulfport Energy focuses on exploring and producing natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGLs), and oil from its properties. Core areas are the Utica Shale and SCOOP.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team includes individuals with experience in the energy sector. The organizational structure is typical of an exploration and production company, with departments for exploration, operations, finance, and administration. The company's CEO is John Reinhart.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Natural Gas: Gulfport Energy's primary product is natural gas. Precise market share data is not readily available, as it depends on the specific shale play and region. Competitors include other major shale gas producers like EQT Corporation and Southwestern Energy. Revenue figures are embedded in the annual financial statements. No specific product revenue data.
  • Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs): Gulfport Energy also produces NGLs, which are byproducts of natural gas production. Similar to natural gas, precise market share data is not readily available. Competitors are the same as natural gas. Revenue figures are embedded in the annual financial statements. No specific product revenue data.
  • Crude Oil: Gulfport Energy produces Crude Oil as well. Similar to natural gas, precise market share data is not readily available. Competitors are the same as natural gas. Revenue figures are embedded in the annual financial statements. No specific product revenue data.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The energy industry is highly cyclical and influenced by global supply and demand, geopolitical events, and regulatory changes. Shale gas production has significantly increased natural gas supply in the US.

Positioning

Gulfport Energy is a mid-sized independent exploration and production company. Its competitive advantage lies in its focused asset base in the Utica Shale and SCOOP plays and its focus on cost-efficient operations.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global natural gas market is valued at hundreds of billions of dollars. Gulfport's TAM is tied to its production capacity within the Utica and SCOOP, and the demand for natural gas in the regions it serves. The company is positioned to capture a portion of the TAM through its production volumes and cost structure.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Focused asset base in Utica Shale and SCOOP
  • Cost-efficient operations
  • Experienced management team
  • Improved balance sheet post-restructuring

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to commodity price volatility
  • Geographic concentration
  • Debt levels (although improved)
  • Limited product diversification

Opportunities

  • Increased demand for natural gas
  • Technological advancements in drilling and production
  • Potential for acquisitions or partnerships
  • Expansion of infrastructure for natural gas transportation

Threats

  • Declining natural gas prices
  • Increased regulatory scrutiny
  • Competition from other shale gas producers
  • Environmental concerns and opposition to fracking
  • Global pandemic and related market disruptions

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • EQT (EQT)
  • Southwestern Energy (SWN)
  • Antero Resources (AR)

Competitive Landscape

Gulfport faces competition from larger, more diversified companies. Its advantage lies in its focused asset base, while its disadvantage is its smaller scale and geographic concentration.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth data requires access to several years of financial reports and production data.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates, which vary depending on commodity prices and production forecasts. Access to analyst reports is needed.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives likely involve optimizing production, reducing costs, and exploring strategic opportunities.

Summary

Gulfport Energy is a focused natural gas producer in the Utica and SCOOP plays. The company emerged from bankruptcy and is now in a stronger financial position, although it remains exposed to commodity price volatility. Key strengths include its cost-efficient operations and experienced management. Going forward, Gulfport should focus on optimizing its production, reducing costs, and exploring strategic opportunities.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Company Website
  • Analyst Reports (where available)
  • Industry Publications

Disclaimers:

This analysis is based on publicly available information and general knowledge of the industry. It is not financial advice. Market share data is estimated and may not be precise. Financial performance data is based on previous knowledge before date cut-off and needs updated financial data for accurate analysis.

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About Gulfport Energy Operating Corp

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Oklahoma City, OK, United States
IPO Launch date 2021-05-19
President, CEO & Director Mr. John K. Reinhart
Sector Energy
Industry Oil & Gas E&P
Full time employees 235
Full time employees 235

Gulfport Energy Corporation engages in the acquisition, exploration, and production of natural gas, crude oil, and natural gas liquids in the United States. Its principal properties include Utica and Marcellus in eastern Ohio; and the SCOOP Woodford and Springer formations in central Oklahoma. The company was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.