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Viper Energy Ut (VNOM)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/31/2025: VNOM (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
15 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $50.78
1 Year Target Price $50.78
| 9 | Strong Buy |
| 6 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 37.28% | Avg. Invested days 62 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/31/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 12.25B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.46 | 1Y Target Price 50.78 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.46 | 1Y Target Price 50.78 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 15 | Beta 1.82 | 52 Weeks Range 33.78 - 54.40 | Updated Date 11/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 33.78 - 54.40 | Updated Date 11/2/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.34% | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.59 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-11-10 | When - | Estimate 0.3613 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 39.83% | Operating Margin (TTM) 37.46% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.35% | Return on Equity (TTM) 10.77% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.46 | Forward PE 38.91 | Enterprise Value 7492520449 | Price to Sales(TTM) 13.14 |
Enterprise Value 7492520449 | Price to Sales(TTM) 13.14 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 7.64 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.36 | Shares Outstanding 168747253 | Shares Floating 64576515 |
Shares Outstanding 168747253 | Shares Floating 64576515 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.18 | Percent Institutions 82.93 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Viper Energy Ut
Company Overview
History and Background
Viper Energy Partners LP (VNOM) was founded in 2014 by Diamondback Energy, Inc. as a publicly traded partnership focused on owning and acquiring mineral interests in oil and natural gas properties, primarily in the Permian Basin.
Core Business Areas
- Mineral Interests Acquisition: VNOM acquires and owns mineral interests entitling it to royalty payments from oil and natural gas production on those properties.
Leadership and Structure
VNOM operates as a subsidiary of Diamondback Energy. Its leadership includes individuals holding executive positions within Diamondback. It is structured as a limited partnership.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Mineral Interests: VNOM's primary offering is the ownership of mineral interests in oil and natural gas properties. Revenue is directly tied to production volumes and commodity prices. It is difficult to pinpoint a specific market share as it varies by region and deal but VNOM owns mineral rights to over 31,000 net royalty acres.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The mineral and royalty interest industry is highly fragmented, characterized by numerous private and public companies acquiring and managing mineral rights. Activity is closely tied to oil and gas production trends.
Positioning
VNOM is a leading publicly traded mineral and royalty interest company focused on the Permian Basin. Its affiliation with Diamondback Energy gives it a competitive advantage in deal sourcing.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for mineral rights in the Permian Basin is substantial, influenced by commodity prices and drilling activity. VNOM is well-positioned to capture a share of this market through acquisitions and organic growth.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong affiliation with Diamondback Energy
- Focus on the prolific Permian Basin
- Experienced management team
- Growing production from existing mineral interests
- Publicly traded, provides liquidity
Weaknesses
- Dependence on commodity prices
- Variable quarterly cash payouts
- Limited control over operator drilling decisions
- Sensitivity to drilling activity levels
Opportunities
- Further consolidation of mineral rights in the Permian Basin
- Expansion into other oil and gas producing regions
- Increase in drilling activity and production
- Technological advancements to increase recovery rates
Threats
- Declining commodity prices
- Increased regulation of oil and gas industry
- Environmental concerns and opposition to fossil fuels
- Competition from other mineral rights acquirers
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- Kimbell Royalty Partners (KRP)
- Black Stone Minerals, L.P. (BSM)
- Brigham Minerals, Inc. (MNRL)
Competitive Landscape
VNOM's affiliation with Diamondback Energy gives it a competitive advantage in the Permian Basin. Its scale and access to capital are also differentiating factors.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic production growth from existing mineral interests.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on acquisition activity, commodity prices, and drilling activity in the Permian Basin. Analyst estimates are available from financial data providers.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include acquiring additional mineral interests and managing production costs.
Summary
Viper Energy is a leading mineral interest owner in the Permian Basin, benefiting from its relationship with Diamondback. Its performance is strongly tied to commodity prices, creating volatility in revenue and dividend payouts. Future growth depends on strategic acquisitions and drilling activity. Investors should carefully consider the risks associated with commodity price fluctuations and regulatory changes.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Viper Energy Partners LP SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Diamondback Energy Investor Relations
- Financial News Outlets
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Commodity prices are volatile and can impact VNOM's financial performance. Please conduct your own due diligence before making any investment decisions.
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 Viper Energy Ut
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Midland, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2014-06-18 | CEO & Director Mr. Matthew Kaes Van't Hof | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Midstream | Full time employees - | Website https://www.viperenergy.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.viperenergy.com | ||
Viper Energy, Inc. owns, acquires, and exploits oil and natural gas properties in North America. It focuses on owning and acquiring mineral and royalty interests in oil-weighted basins, primarily the Permian Basin. Viper Energy, Inc. was founded in 2013 and is based in Midland, Texas. Viper Energy, Inc. operate as a subsidiary of Diamondback Energy, Inc.
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