Morgan Stanley initiated coverage of Viper Energy (VNOM) with an Overweight rating and $46 price target offering 22% upside. The shares trade at a similar 2026 free cash flow and shareholder return yield to its oil and exploration peers but offers above-average growth, the analyst tells investors in a research note. The firm says Viper has zero drilling and completion capex needs.
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