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Hess Corporation (HES)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/17/2025: HES (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
16 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $158.9
1 Year Target Price $158.9
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 7 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -19.81% | Avg. Invested days 39 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 46.07B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 20.63 | 1Y Target Price 158.9 |
Price to earnings Ratio 20.63 | 1Y Target Price 158.9 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 16 | Beta 0.63 | 52 Weeks Range 122.02 - 161.12 | Updated Date 07/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 122.02 - 161.12 | Updated Date 07/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.44% | Basic EPS (TTM) 7.22 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 18.15% | Operating Margin (TTM) 29.6% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.68% | Return on Equity (TTM) 22.75% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 20.63 | Forward PE 25.06 | Enterprise Value 54394557376 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.75 |
Enterprise Value 54394557376 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.75 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.35 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.13 | Shares Outstanding 309271008 | Shares Floating 291441657 |
Shares Outstanding 309271008 | Shares Floating 291441657 | ||
Percent Insiders 8.81 | Percent Institutions 78.1 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Hess Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
Hess Corporation, founded in 1933 as Amerada Petroleum Corporation, has evolved from a domestic oil producer to a global independent energy company focused on exploration and production.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: Engaged in the exploration, development, production, transportation, and sale of crude oil, natural gas liquids (NGLs), and natural gas.
Leadership and Structure
John B. Hess serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a board of directors and various executive leadership roles overseeing different aspects of the business.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Hess's primary product is crude oil. Market share data is highly variable based on specific basins and global demand. Competitors include ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Shell.
- Natural Gas: Hess also produces natural gas. Market share data is highly variable based on specific basins and global demand. Competitors include ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Shell.
- Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs): Hess also produces Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs). Market share data is highly variable based on specific basins and global demand. Competitors include ExxonMobil, Chevron, and Shell.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is characterized by fluctuating commodity prices, geopolitical risks, technological advancements, and increasing pressure to transition to cleaner energy sources.
Positioning
Hess focuses on high-return, low-cost resource base, particularly in the Stabroek Block offshore Guyana, which is a major competitive advantage.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oil and gas market is estimated to be worth trillions of dollars. Hess is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its strategic assets and efficient operations.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- High-quality asset base in Guyana
- Strong financial position
- Experienced management team
- Focus on cost efficiency
Weaknesses
- Exposure to volatile commodity prices
- Geopolitical risks in certain operating areas
- Dependence on a limited number of key assets
- High capital expenditure requirements
Opportunities
- Further exploration and development in Guyana
- Potential for strategic acquisitions
- Increasing demand for oil and gas in developing countries
- Advancements in drilling and production technologies
Threats
- Declining oil prices
- Increased environmental regulations
- Competition from renewable energy sources
- Geopolitical instability
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- XOM
- CVX
- COP
Competitive Landscape
Hess's competitive advantage lies in its Guyana assets. Its disadvantages include its smaller size compared to major integrated oil companies.
Major Acquisitions
Remaining interest in the Utica Shale acreage
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 400
- Strategic Rationale: Increased their footprint in the Utica shale play.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Hess's historical growth has been driven by exploration success and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to be driven by production from the Stabroek Block in Guyana.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on core assets, reducing costs, and increasing shareholder returns.
Summary
Hess Corporation is positioned with high-quality assets, particularly its stake in Guyana, yet faces volatile commodity prices. It has a strong financial position but must also manage cost and exploration risks. Hess is expected to experience growth driven by Guyana and could benefit from strategic acquisitions. It needs to be wary of increased environmental regulations and competition from renewable energy sources.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Hess Corporation Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Outlets
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Market share data is approximate and subject to change. Financial data may be delayed.
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 Hess Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1983-04-06 | CEO & Director Mr. John B. Hess | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 1797 | Website https://www.hess.com |
Full time employees 1797 | Website https://www.hess.com | ||
Hess Corporation, an exploration and production company, explores, develops, produces, purchases, transports, and sells crude oil, natural gas liquids, and natural gas in the United States, Guyana, the Malaysia/Thailand Joint Development Area, and Malaysia. It operates in two segments, Exploration and Production, and Midstream. The company also conduct exploration activities principally offshore Guyana, in the U.S. Gulf of America, and offshore Suriname. In addition, the company is involved in gathering, compressing, and processing natural gas; fractionating natural gas liquids; gathering, terminaling, loading, and transporting crude oil and natural gas liquids; and storing and terminaling propane, as well as providing water handling services primarily in the Bakken Shale plays in the Williston Basin area of North Dakota. Hess Corporation was incorporated in 1920 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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