Home 
Today's Top Picks 
Top Performers 
Watchlist 
My Robo Portfolios 
ETF Zone 
Help & Tutorial - Chart
- Upturn Summary
- Highlights
- Revenue
- Valuation
Upturn AI SWOT - About
YPF 
YPF Sociedad Anonima (YPF)
- BUY Advisory
- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
- Pass (Skip investing)
Stock price based on last close (see disclosures)
- ALL
- 1Y
- 1M
- 1W
Upturn Advisory Summary
11/28/2025: YPF (3-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 22 days. Simulated Profits (5.29%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Moderate Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, typically align with the market average, offering steady but unremarkable returns.
Number of Analysts
12 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $45.03
1 Year Target Price $45.03
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 34.58% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory Regular Buy |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 15.66B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 45.03 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 45.03 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 12 | Beta 0.28 | 52 Weeks Range 22.82 - 47.43 | Updated Date 12/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 22.82 - 47.43 | Updated Date 12/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.18 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-11-07 | When - | Estimate 0.7702 | Actual -0.53 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -2.44% | Operating Margin (TTM) 12.02% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.88% | Return on Equity (TTM) -3.49% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 8.03 | Enterprise Value 24668560574 | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 24668560574 | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.33 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.67 | Shares Outstanding 392410662 | Shares Floating 192251293 |
Shares Outstanding 392410662 | Shares Floating 192251293 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.01 | Percent Institutions 38.7 |
Upturn AI SWOT
YPF Sociedad Anonima
Company Overview
History and Background
YPF Sociedad Anonima was founded in 1922 as Argentina's first state-owned oil company. It was privatized in the 1990s and later re-nationalized in 2012. Throughout its history, YPF has played a crucial role in Argentina's energy sector.
Core Business Areas
- Upstream: Exploration, development, and production of crude oil and natural gas.
- Downstream: Refining, distribution, and marketing of petroleum products, including gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel.
- Gas and Power: Production, transportation, and distribution of natural gas and electricity generation.
- Chemicals: Production of petrochemicals and related products.
Leadership and Structure
YPF's leadership consists of a board of directors and executive management team. The Argentine government holds a majority stake in the company.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: YPF is a major producer of crude oil in Argentina. Competitors: Pan American Energy, Vista Oil & Gas. Market share highly variable due to regional policies.
- Gasoline: YPF's gasoline products have a significant market share in Argentina. Competitors: Shell, Axion. Market share fluctuates due to pricing regulations.
- Natural Gas: YPF extracts and distributes natural gas. Competitors: Total Austral, Wintershall DEA. Market Share dependent on government contracts and production levels.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is subject to global price fluctuations, geopolitical risks, and environmental regulations. Argentina's energy sector is also influenced by government policies and economic conditions.
Positioning
YPF is a dominant player in Argentina's energy sector, benefiting from its scale, infrastructure, and access to reserves. However, it faces challenges related to political intervention and economic instability.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The expected total market value is difficult to ascertain exactly for Argentina due to market volatility, but estimates range in the 60 billion USD region. YPF is well positioned to capture a large portion.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large reserves of oil and gas
- Extensive infrastructure network
- Dominant market position in Argentina
- Experienced workforce
Weaknesses
- Exposure to political intervention
- Operational inefficiencies
- High debt levels
- Dependence on government subsidies
Opportunities
- Development of shale resources (Vaca Muerta)
- Expansion into renewable energy
- Increased export opportunities
- Improved operational efficiency
Threats
- Global oil price volatility
- Political instability in Argentina
- Environmental regulations
- Competition from international oil companies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- PAE
- VIST
Competitive Landscape
YPF benefits from its scale and integrated operations, but faces challenges from more agile and internationally focused competitors.
Major Acquisitions
Apache Argentina
- Year: 2014
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 800
- Strategic Rationale: Expand presence in shale oil resources.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth data cannot be provided at this time.
Future Projections: Future projections are uncertain due to political and economic volatility in Argentina.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on shale oil and gas development in the Vaca Muerta region.
Summary
YPF is a dominant player in Argentina's energy sector with substantial oil and gas reserves, particularly in the Vaca Muerta shale region. Its strengths include a large infrastructure network and experienced workforce; however, the company faces challenges from political intervention, economic instability, and high debt levels. Opportunities exist in developing shale resources, expanding into renewables, and improving operational efficiency. The company must also navigate global oil price volatility and increasing environmental regulations.
Similar Stocks
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- YPF Investor Relations
- Industry Reports
- News Articles
- Analysts Estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share percentages are based on estimated annual revenue.
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 YPF Sociedad Anonima
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 1993-06-28 | CEO & Non Independent Chairman Mr. Horacio Daniel Marin | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Integrated | Full time employees - | Website https://www.ypf.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.ypf.com | ||
YPF Sociedad Anónima, an energy company, engages in the oil and gas upstream and downstream activities in Argentina. Its upstream operations include the exploration, exploitation, and production of crude oil, and natural gas. The company's downstream operations include petrochemical production and crude oil refining; transportation and distribution of refined and petrochemical products; commercialization of crude oil, petrochemical products, and specialties. Its gas and power operations include transportation, commercialization, and distribution of natural gas; commercial and technical operation of regasification terminals; transportation, conditioning, processing, and separation of natural gas; and power generation. The company had interests in oil and gas fields. It also had a retail distribution network and retail service stations. In addition, the company owns and operates refineries, as well as maintains terminal facilities Argentine ports. Further, it participates in power generation plants; offers diesel, fertilizers, lubricants, phytosanitary products, and ensiling bags; and supplies diesel, gasoline, fuel oil, coal, asphalts, paraffin, and sulfur, CO2, decanted oil, and aromatic extract. The company was incorporated in 1977 and is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Note: This website is maintained by Upturn Corporation, which is an investment adviser registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Investing in securities has risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. No assurance is provided as to any particular investment return, and you may lose money using our services. You are strongly advised to consult appropriate counsel before making any investments in companies you learn about through our services. You should obtain appropriate legal, tax, investment, accounting, and other advice that takes into account your investment portfolio and overall financial situation. You are solely responsible for conducting due diligence on a potential investment. We do not affect trades for you. You will select your own broker through which to transact. Investments are not FDIC insured, they are not guaranteed, and they may lose value. Please see the Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Disclosure for more information.