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Liberty Energy Inc.(LBRT)

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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LBRT

10/02/2026: LBRT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Liberty Energy is a leading North American provider of hydraulic fracturing services, focused on delivering advanced pressure pumping solutions to the oil and gas industry. The company is known for its high-efficiency equipment, including its proprietary electric frac fleet, which helps customers improve operational productivity and reduce emissions. While the business is a major player in the shale market, its performance is closely tied to the cyclical nature of energy commodity prices and E&P spending. Investors should be aware of the inherent volatility and capital intensity of this sector. The stock may appeal to those looking for cyclical exposure, with monitorable developments including the industry's adoption of electric technology and broader US drilling activity levels.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe growth potential is tied to technological shifts like electric fleets rather than rapid secular expansion of the industry.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum investors may favor the stock during periods of rising oil prices and increased activity in US shale basins.
Value investorMixed fitWhile the company often trades at reasonable multiples, the cyclical nature of the business requires careful entry timing.
Dividend investorMixed fitDividends are present but may fluctuate based on cash flow availability in a cyclical industry.
Low-risk investorWeak fitThe high exposure to energy price volatility makes this stock inherently volatile for conservative portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighRevenue and margins are highly sensitive to fluctuations in global crude oil and natural gas prices.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment toward energy cyclicals can lead to rapid adjustments in valuation multiples.
Competition riskMedium / highStrong players like Halliburton and SLB exert constant pressure on pricing and service technology innovation.
Business qualityMediumThe company operates in a capital-intensive, cyclical segment that requires constant asset maintenance.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are sustainable but can be variable based on the cyclical profitability of the sector.
Execution riskMediumSuccessful integration of new technologies like digiFrac is essential for maintaining a competitive edge.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 19.05%
Avg. Invested days 41
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
LBRT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
LBRT has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-53.2%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.4%), negative revenue growth (-7.2%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
LBRT's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (0.4% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
LBRT's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -7.2% FY2025 versus FY2024. By comparison, while earnings growth (-53.2%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-92.1%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 113.3% and approximately 98.2% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.99% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 16.88%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 6.84%
Dimensional Fund Advisors, Inc. 5.77%
State Street Corp 4.33%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.33%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
LBRT generates approximately $114 of gross profit, $20 of operating income, and $4 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Weak margins explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 24.24%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
LBRT has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 3.15B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 26.09
1Y Target Price 28.61
Price to earnings Ratio 26.09
1Y Target Price 28.61
Volume (30-day avg) 3.8M shares
Beta 0.61
52 Weeks Range 11.35 - 34.23
Updated Date 10/02/2026
52 Weeks Range 11.35 - 34.23
Updated Date 10/02/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.89%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.74

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Pressure PumpingHydraulic fracturing, wireline, and pump-down services for oil and gas wells.The company makes the most money by performing the actual stimulation services that allow oil and gas to flow from underground formations.
Technology & EquipmentElectric fracturing fleets and proprietary digital optimization software.Developing specialized, higher-margin equipment like electric fleets is key to winning modern, environmentally conscious contracts.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 26.09
Forward PE 29.5
Enterprise Value 4.04B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.75
Enterprise Value 4.04B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.75
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.96
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.13
Shares Outstanding 163.19M
Shares Floating 160.18M
Shares Outstanding 163.19M
Shares Floating 160.18M
Percent Insiders 1.99
Percent Institutions 113.34

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Liberty Energy Inc.

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Denver, CO, United States
IPO Launch date 2018-01-12
President, CEO & Director Mr. Ron Gusek
Sector Energy
Industry Oil & Gas Equipment & Services
Full time employees 5800
Full time employees 5800

Liberty Energy Inc.,an integrated energy services and technology company, provides hydraulic fracturing services and related technologies onshore oil, natural gas, and enhanced geothermal exploration and production companies in North America. It offers wireline services, proppant delivery solutions, field gas processing and treating, compressed natural gas (CNG) delivery, data analytics, related goods comprising sand mine operations, and technologies; and proppant handling equipment and logistics software. As of December 31, 2025, the company owned and operated a fleet of approximately 40 active hydraulic fracturing; and two sand mines in the Permian Basin. It also provides services primarily in the Permian Basin, the Williston Basin, the Haynesville Shale, the Eagle Ford Shale, the Denver-Julesburg Basin, the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin, the Powder River Basin, and the Appalachian Basin, as well as in the Anadarko Basin, the Uinta Basin, the San Juan Basin, and the Beetaloo Basin. The company was formerly known as Liberty Oilfield Services Inc. and changed its name to Liberty Energy Inc. in April 2022. Liberty Energy Inc. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.