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Matador Resources Company (MTDR)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: MTDR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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 $64.82
1 Year Target Price $64.82
| 10 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -24.82% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 6.24B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 7.37 | 1Y Target Price 64.82 |
Price to earnings Ratio 7.37 | 1Y Target Price 64.82 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 16 | Beta 1.49 | 52 Weeks Range 34.70 - 62.79 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 34.70 - 62.79 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.15% | Basic EPS (TTM) 6.81 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 24.35% | Operating Margin (TTM) 33.52% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.03% | Return on Equity (TTM) 18.05% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 7.37 | Forward PE 8.69 | Enterprise Value 9613953257 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.78 |
Enterprise Value 9613953257 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.78 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.55 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.75 | Shares Outstanding 124494000 | Shares Floating 115657809 |
Shares Outstanding 124494000 | Shares Floating 115657809 | ||
Percent Insiders 7 | Percent Institutions 93.18 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Matador Resources Company
Company Overview
History and Background
Matador Resources Company was founded in 2003. It is an independent energy company engaged in the exploration, development, production and acquisition of oil and natural gas resources in the United States, with a focus on the Delaware Basin in Southeast New Mexico and West Texas.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: Focuses on identifying and extracting oil and natural gas from new and existing wells.
- Midstream Operations: Matador operates midstream assets that support its production activities, including gathering and processing facilities.
Leadership and Structure
Joseph Wm. Foran serves as Chairman and CEO. The company has a standard corporate structure with executive leadership overseeing various departments such as operations, finance, and legal.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Crude oil production and sales contribute a significant portion of Matador's revenue. The Delaware Basin is a competitive market, including Permian Resources (PR), Devon Energy (DVN), and EOG Resources (EOG). Exact Market share data varies with production volumes and sales contracts and is difficult to precisely assess. Revenue is generally correlated with production volume and price of oil.
- Natural Gas: Natural gas production and sales also generate revenue for Matador. Competitors include Permian Resources (PR), Devon Energy (DVN), and EOG Resources (EOG), Exact market share is variable.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is characterized by fluctuating commodity prices, technological advancements in drilling and production, and increasing environmental regulations.
Positioning
Matador is positioned as a growth-oriented independent E&P company with a strong presence in the Delaware Basin. Its competitive advantage lies in its concentrated acreage position and operational efficiency.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for oil and gas production is substantial, estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Matador's market share represents a small but growing fraction of this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong acreage position in the Delaware Basin
- Operational efficiency and low cost structure
- Experienced management team
- Integrated midstream assets
Weaknesses
- Vulnerability to commodity price fluctuations
- Geographic concentration risk
- Higher debt levels relative to larger competitors
Opportunities
- Expansion of production through drilling and acquisitions
- Improvement of recovery rates using enhanced oil recovery techniques
- Development of midstream infrastructure to support growth
- Further cost reductions through operational improvements
Threats
- Decline in oil and natural gas prices
- Increased environmental regulations
- Competition from larger E&P companies
- Geopolitical risks and economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PR
- DVN
- EOG
- PXD
- OXY
Competitive Landscape
Matador competes with a mix of large integrated oil companies and independent E&P companies. It focuses on its operational efficiencies and targeted acquisitions to gain a competitive edge.
Major Acquisitions
Advance Energy Partners Holdings, LLC
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1.6
- Strategic Rationale: Increased Permian basin asset base in New Mexico. Boosted production, proved reserves and acreage.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Matador has experienced significant growth in production and reserves over the past decade.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates should be consulted to build future projections for Matador's growth based on drilling activity, acquisition plans and production forecasts.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquisitions of additional acreage in the Delaware Basin and investments in midstream infrastructure.
Summary
Matador Resources is an independent energy company focused on the Delaware Basin. It has shown strong growth in production and reserves, driven by its strategic acreage position and operational efficiencies. However, it remains vulnerable to commodity price volatility. Future growth depends on continued drilling success and managing debt levels and should carefully manage environmental regulations and the competition.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC filings, company website, analyst reports, industry publications.
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual circumstances and thorough research.
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 Matador Resources Company
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Dallas, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2012-02-02 | Founder, CEO & Chairman of the Board Mr. Joseph Wm. Foran | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 452 | Website https://www.matadorresources.com |
Full time employees 452 | Website https://www.matadorresources.com | ||
Matador Resources Company, an independent energy company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas resources in the United States. It operates through two segments, Exploration and Production; and Midstream. The company primarily holds interests in the Wolfcamp and Bone Spring plays in the Delaware Basin in Southeast New Mexico and West Texas. It also operates the Eagle Ford shale play in South Texas; and the Haynesville shale and Cotton Valley plays in Northwest Louisiana. In addition, the company conducts midstream operations in support of its exploration, development, and production operations. Further, it provides natural gas processing and oil transportation services; and oil, natural gas, and produced water gathering services, as well as produced water disposal services to third parties. The company sells natural gas to unaffiliated independent marketing companies and unaffiliated midstream companies. The company was formerly known as Matador Holdco, Inc. and changed its name to Matador Resources Company in August 2011. Matador Resources Company was incorporated in 2003 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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