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Hess Corporation (HES)

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$144.03
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Profit since last BUY2.41%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

07/03/2025: HES (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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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

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$158.9 Target price
52w Low $122.02
Current$144.03
52w High $161.12

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -22.47%
Avg. Invested days 38
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 44.54B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 19.95
1Y Target Price 158.9
Price to earnings Ratio 19.95
1Y Target Price 158.9
Volume (30-day avg) 16
Beta 0.63
52 Weeks Range 122.02 - 161.12
Updated Date 07/5/2025
52 Weeks Range 122.02 - 161.12
Updated Date 07/5/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.44%
Basic EPS (TTM) 7.22

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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 19.95
Forward PE 25.51
Enterprise Value 52718308323
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.63
Enterprise Value 52718308323
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.63
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.22
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.92
Shares Outstanding 309271008
Shares Floating 291441657
Shares Outstanding 309271008
Shares Floating 291441657
Percent Insiders 8.81
Percent Institutions 78.1

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Hess Corporation

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Company Overview

overview logo 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.

business area logo 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 logo 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

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  • 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

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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

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  • 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.

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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.

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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
Full time employees 1797

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.