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Vital Energy Inc. (VTLE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: VTLE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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
12 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $20.44
1 Year Target Price $20.44
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 2 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -14.83% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 642.00M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 20.44 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 20.44 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 12 | Beta 1.6 | 52 Weeks Range 12.30 - 47.80 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 12.30 - 47.80 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -3.37 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -6.37% | Operating Margin (TTM) 28.14% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.11% | Return on Equity (TTM) -4.61% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 2.21 | Enterprise Value 3014231520 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32 |
Enterprise Value 3014231520 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.32 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.52 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.85 | Shares Outstanding 38768100 | Shares Floating 28096730 |
Shares Outstanding 38768100 | Shares Floating 28096730 | ||
Percent Insiders 22.04 | Percent Institutions 79.2 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 20.44 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold 8 | Sell 2 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Vital Energy Inc.
Company Overview
History and Background
Vital Energy, Inc. (formerly Laredo Petroleum, Inc.) was founded in 2006. It is an independent energy company focused on the acquisition, exploration, and development of oil and natural gas properties, primarily in the Permian Basin in West Texas.
Core Business Areas
- Oil and Gas Exploration and Production: Focuses on the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids (NGLs) from its properties in the Permian Basin.
Leadership and Structure
Jacobo Muzquiz is the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a typical corporate structure with a board of directors overseeing management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Crude oil is Vital Energy's primary product. Market share information is not readily available, but they are a mid-sized player in the Permian Basin. Competitors include larger independent oil and gas producers such as Pioneer Natural Resources and Devon Energy.
- Natural Gas: Natural gas is produced alongside oil. Market share information is not readily available. Competitors include larger independent oil and gas producers such as Pioneer Natural Resources and Devon Energy.
- Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs): NGLs such as propane and butane are produced and sold. Market share information is not readily available. Competitors include larger independent oil and gas producers such as Pioneer Natural Resources and Devon Energy.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is characterized by cyclical price fluctuations, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. Increasing focus on ESG factors (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is impacting the industry.
Positioning
Vital Energy is a mid-sized independent operator in the Permian Basin, a highly productive oil and gas region. Their competitive advantage stems from their focus on operational efficiency and cost control.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oil and gas market is valued in the trillions of dollars. Vital Energy's position relative to the TAM is as a regional player focused on a specific area within the broader energy market.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong asset base in the Permian Basin
- Experienced management team
- Focus on operational efficiency
- Proven ability to grow production
- Lower greenhouse gas emission intensity
Weaknesses
- Exposure to commodity price volatility
- Limited geographic diversification
- Dependence on Permian Basin
- Higher debt than peers
- Operational incidents or environmental accidents
Opportunities
- Increase production through further development of existing acreage
- Acquire additional acreage in the Permian Basin
- Implement new technologies to improve efficiency
- Benefit from rising oil and gas prices
- Expand into related business areas, such as renewable energy.
Threats
- Declining oil and gas prices
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Competition from larger producers
- Environmental concerns limiting development
- Supply chain disruptions
- Geopolitical Instability
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PXD
- DVN
- APA
- MRO
Competitive Landscape
Vital Energy's advantages are its focus on a specific region and potential for cost control. Disadvantages include smaller scale and reliance on favorable commodity prices. (Note: these are directional and not actual market share.)
Major Acquisitions
Forge Energy II Delaware LLC
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 540
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Vital Energy's position in the Delaware Basin
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth depends on past production levels, acquisitions, and oil/gas prices. Requires data access.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on analyst estimates, which vary. Requires access to analyst reports.
Recent Initiatives: Requires current data to be specific, but generally includes focusing on organic drilling programs and accretive acquisitions.
Summary
Vital Energy is a Permian Basin-focused oil and gas producer with a solid asset base. Its future depends on oil prices and efficient operations. Exposure to commodity price volatility is a key risk. It will need to focus on profitability while managing debts.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Analyst Reports (Estimates)
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Data may be delayed or inaccurate. Market share data is an approximation based on available information.
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 Vital Energy Inc.
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Tulsa, OK, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2011-12-15 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Mikell Jason Pigott | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 405 | Website https://vitalenergy.com |
Full time employees 405 | Website https://vitalenergy.com | ||
Vital Energy, Inc., an independent energy company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the acquisition, exploration, and development of oil and natural gas properties in the Permian Basin of West Texas, United States. The company was formerly known as Laredo Petroleum, Inc. and changed its name to Vital Energy, Inc. in January 2023. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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