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Highpeak Energy Acquisition Corp (HPK)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/27/2025: HPK (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $19.25
1 Year Target Price $19.25
0 | Strong Buy |
1 | Buy |
0 | Hold |
1 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -38.28% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.25B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 11.27 | 1Y Target Price 19.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio 11.27 | 1Y Target Price 19.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2 | Beta 1.07 | 52 Weeks Range 7.79 - 17.26 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 7.79 - 17.26 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.61% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.88 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 12.03% | Operating Margin (TTM) 35.11% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.6% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.86% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 11.27 | Forward PE 30.96 | Enterprise Value 2223215965 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.2 |
Enterprise Value 2223215965 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.2 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.14 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.77 | Shares Outstanding 126067000 | Shares Floating 18506700 |
Shares Outstanding 126067000 | Shares Floating 18506700 | ||
Percent Insiders 85.73 | Percent Institutions 20.56 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 2 | Target Price 19.25 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy - |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell 1 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Highpeak Energy Acquisition Corp

Company Overview
History and Background
Highpeak Energy, Inc. (formerly Highpeak Energy Acquisition Corp.) was founded in 2019 via a SPAC merger. It focuses on the development and production of oil and natural gas reserves in the Permian Basin.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: Focuses on the exploration, development, and production of crude oil and natural gas in the Permian Basin.
Leadership and Structure
Jack Hightower serves as Chairman and CEO. The company has a standard corporate structure with various departments overseeing operations, finance, and business development.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Highpeak Energy primarily produces and sells crude oil. Due to the number of public and private players, specific market share data is difficult to obtain. Competitors include major Permian Basin operators like EOG Resources (EOG), Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD), and Diamondback Energy (FANG).
- Natural Gas: Highpeak Energy also produces and sells natural gas, but it is a smaller contributor to overall revenue compared to crude oil. Competitors are the same as for crude oil production.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is characterized by commodity price volatility, technological advancements (e.g., fracking), and evolving environmental regulations. The Permian Basin is a key production area, with increasing attention to cost efficiency and sustainable practices.
Positioning
Highpeak Energy is a smaller player in the Permian Basin, focused on developing its acreage and increasing production. Its competitive advantage lies in its land position and ability to optimize drilling and completion techniques to improve well productivity.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oil and gas market is valued in the trillions of USD. Highpeak is positioned within the Permian Basin segment, aiming to increase its market share through increased production.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strategic land position in the Permian Basin
- Experienced management team
- Focus on operational efficiency
- Strong production growth potential
Weaknesses
- Smaller scale compared to major competitors
- Sensitivity to commodity price fluctuations
- High debt levels
- Concentration of operations in a single geographic area
Opportunities
- Increasing production through enhanced drilling techniques
- Acquiring additional acreage in the Permian Basin
- Improving cost efficiency through technological advancements
- Capitalizing on rising energy demand
Threats
- Declining commodity prices
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Competition from larger producers
- Environmental concerns and opposition to fossil fuel production
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EOG Resources (EOG)
- Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD)
- Diamondback Energy (FANG)
Competitive Landscape
Highpeak is a smaller player competing with larger, more established producers. Its competitive advantage relies on targeted drilling and operational efficiency within its specific acreage.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historically, Highpeak has focused on increasing production from its Permian Basin assets.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on commodity prices and the company's ability to execute its development plan. Analyst estimates vary.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include optimizing drilling programs and infrastructure development.
Summary
Highpeak Energy is a relatively small oil and gas producer focused on the Permian Basin. It has a strategic land position and growth potential but faces challenges related to commodity price volatility, competition from larger producers, and debt. Recent initiatives have aimed at improving operational efficiency and increasing production. Ultimately, its success depends on effective execution and favorable market conditions.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC filings
- Industry reports
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
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 Highpeak Energy Acquisition Corp
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Fort Worth, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2020-08-24 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Jack Dana Hightower | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 47 | Website https://www.highpeakenergy.com |
Full time employees 47 | Website https://www.highpeakenergy.com |
HighPeak Energy, Inc. operates as an independent crude oil and natural gas exploration and production company. It engages in the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids reserves in the Permian Basin in West Texas and Eastern New Mexico. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.
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