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Permian Resources Corporation(PR)
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PR
10/02/2026: PR (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Permian Resources Corporation is a pure-play independent oil and natural gas producer concentrated in the Delaware Basin. The company has established a strong position through a disciplined merger and ongoing operational efficiencies, focusing on maximizing free cash flow from its high-quality asset base. Its primary investment story centers on its ability to generate significant capital returns for shareholders while maintaining long-dated, low-breakeven inventory. However, the company faces inherent risks including global commodity price volatility, regional infrastructure constraints, and regulatory pressures. This stock may suit investors seeking exposure to the energy sector who are comfortable with the inherent volatility of oil markets and value a clear focus on capital allocation.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | While the company has grown via M&A, the E&P sector is generally viewed as cyclical rather than pure-growth. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock can be highly responsive to movements in oil and gas prices. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at valuations reflective of its asset quality and cash flow generation potential. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | The variable dividend structure offers potential for significant income when commodity prices are strong. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Commodity price volatility and sector-specific risks make it unsuitable for conservative investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Revenue and profitability are directly tied to the highly unpredictable global price of oil and gas. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Stock price is sensitive to energy market sentiment and long-term commodity price expectations. |
| Competition risk (Energy sector) | Medium / high | The company faces intense competition from larger, well-capitalized E&P firms for assets and talent. |
| Business quality | Medium | While assets are high-quality, the business is inherently capital-intensive and subject to geological uncertainty. |
| Dividend income | Medium / high | Dividends are sensitive to free cash flow and may fluctuate significantly based on oil prices. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success depends on accurately drilling and completing wells in complex geological environments. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 13.42% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
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Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 18.37B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 14.15 | 1Y Target Price 27.14 |
Price to earnings Ratio 14.15 | 1Y Target Price 27.14 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 10.2M shares | Beta 0.48 | 52 Weeks Range 11.52 - 24.48 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 11.52 - 24.48 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.94% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.55 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Upstream Operations | Extraction and sale of crude oil, natural gas, and NGLs. | The company makes money by drilling for and selling oil and gas in the Permian Basin. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 14.15 | Forward PE 9.99 | Enterprise Value 21.16B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.2 |
Enterprise Value 21.16B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.2 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.69 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.29 | Shares Outstanding 837.56M | Shares Floating 797.19M |
Shares Outstanding 837.56M | Shares Floating 797.19M | ||
Percent Insiders 4.61 | Percent Institutions 92.69 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Permian Resources Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Midland, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2022-09-01 | Co-CEO & Director Mr. William M. Hickey III | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 515 | Website https://www.permianres.com |
Full time employees 515 | Website https://www.permianres.com | ||
Permian Resources Corporation, an independent oil and natural gas company, focuses on the development of crude oil and associated liquids-rich natural gas reserves in the United States. The company's assets primarily focus on the Delaware Basin, a sub-basin of the Permian Basin. Its properties consist of acreage blocks in Reeves County in West Texas and Lea County in New Mexico. The company was formerly known as Centennial Resource Development, Inc. and changed its name to Permian Resources Corporation in September 2022. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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