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Gran Tierra Energy Inc (GTE)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: GTE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $6.49
1 Year Target Price $6.49
2 | Strong Buy |
0 | Buy |
2 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -3.93% | Avg. Invested days 31 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 146.81M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6.49 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 6.49 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4 | Beta 0.84 | 52 Weeks Range 3.33 - 8.19 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.33 - 8.19 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.95 |
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 2025-07-30 | When - | Estimate -0.43 | Actual -0.36 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -10.47% | Operating Margin (TTM) 12.72% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.02% | Return on Equity (TTM) -16.06% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 20.28 | Enterprise Value 858398372 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24 |
Enterprise Value 858398372 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.24 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.38 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.75 | Shares Outstanding 35291000 | Shares Floating 26299822 |
Shares Outstanding 35291000 | Shares Floating 26299822 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.38 | Percent Institutions 52.33 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Gran Tierra Energy Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Gran Tierra Energy Inc. is an international oil and gas exploration and production company focused on Colombia and Ecuador. Founded in 2003, it grew through strategic acquisitions and exploration success, focusing on developing its South American assets.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: Focuses on acquiring, exploring, developing, and producing oil and natural gas in Colombia and Ecuador. Primarily focuses on developing already-discovered assets rather than pure exploration.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of a CEO, CFO, COO, and various VPs overseeing different departments. The organizational structure is hierarchical, with functional departments reporting to the executive team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Gran Tierra's primary product is crude oil, extracted and sold from its Colombian and Ecuadorian assets. Market share data is highly variable depending on the specific fields and contracts. Competitors include Ecopetrol (EC), Frontera Energy (FEC.TO) and Parex Resources (PXT.TO).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is characterized by price volatility, geopolitical influences, and environmental concerns. The South American region is a significant producer, but subject to local regulatory and political risks.
Positioning
Gran Tierra is a mid-sized independent oil and gas company focused on South America. Its competitive advantage lies in its established presence and operational expertise in the region.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oil and gas market is multi-trillion USD. Gran Tierra's TAM is concentrated in Colombia and Ecuador, representing a small portion of the overall market. They are positioned to capitalize on increasing energy demand in the region, though their TAM is subject to geopolitical and commodity price risks.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established presence in Colombia and Ecuador
- Operational expertise in the region
- Proven track record of production growth
- Focused strategy
- Strong asset base in prolific basins
Weaknesses
- Concentrated operations in specific geographic regions
- Exposure to political and regulatory risks in South America
- Susceptibility to commodity price fluctuations
- Relatively small market capitalization compared to major oil companies
Opportunities
- Expanding production in existing fields
- Acquiring additional assets in Colombia and Ecuador
- Developing new technologies to improve efficiency
- Capitalizing on rising energy demand
Threats
- Political instability and regulatory changes
- Commodity price volatility
- Environmental regulations and social opposition
- Competition from larger oil and gas companies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EC
- FEC.TO
- PXT.TO
Competitive Landscape
Gran Tierra faces competition from both multinational corporations and smaller independent operators. Its advantage lies in its deep regional expertise. Its disadvantage lies in smaller capital available for investment.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is linked to production increases from existing and acquired assets. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Future Projections: Future projections are dependent on analyst consensus, oil prices, and successful exploration/development.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include cost-cutting measures, optimizing production, and pursuing strategic acquisitions.
Summary
Gran Tierra Energy is a mid-sized oil and gas company with a concentrated focus on South America. While its regional expertise and operational experience are strengths, it faces risks from political instability, commodity price volatility, and competition. The company has demonstrated growth in the past through acquisitions and successful production increases. Overall, they have a moderate level of financial strength, and would benefit from diversifying their assets further.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
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 data and financial metrics are estimates and may vary. Stock symbols are specific to US markets and may differ in other exchanges.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Gran Tierra Energy Inc
Exchange NYSE MKT | Headquaters Calgary, AB, Canada | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-12-21 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Gary Stephen Guidry P.Eng. | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 431 | Website https://www.grantierra.com |
Full time employees 431 | Website https://www.grantierra.com |
Gran Tierra Energy Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the exploration and production of oil and gas properties in Colombia, Canada, and Ecuador. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.

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