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Vital Energy (VTLE)
NYSE:VTLE
VTLE Stock Chart & Stats
$17.92
-$0.02(-0.06%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$17.92
-$0.02(-0.06%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$12.30 - $36.72
Previous CloseN/A
Volume142.57K
Average Volume (3M)593.37K
Market Cap
$693.32M
Enterprise Value$2.96B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$14.70M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$2.34B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta1.32
Next Earnings
Feb 24, 2026EPS Estimate
2.08Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.52
Shares Outstanding237,134,000
10 Day Avg. Volume731,206
30 Day Avg. Volume593,368
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.06
Price to Book (P/B)0.42
Price to Sales (P/S)0.58
P/FCF Ratio-1.54
Enterprise Value/Market Cap4.27
Enterprise Value/Revenue1.56
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit3.53
Enterprise Value/Ebitda-13.87
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$20.15Price Target Upside12.44% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)8.29
Revenue Forecast (FY)$2.05B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Financial PerformanceVTLE reported solid 3Q25 results with DCFPS, EBITDA and FCF coming in moderately ahead of expectations.
Mergers And AcquisitionsThe combination with Crescent Energy is expected to close in mid-to-late December after approval at the special shareholder meeting.
Operational EfficiencyManagement provided better cost guidance for 2H25, driving free cash flow higher.
Bears Say
Guidance And CommunicationVTLE did not issue forward guidance and will not host an earnings call due to its pending acquisition.
Investor InterestVTLE remains challenged in the current commodity price environment to attract meaningful investor interest.
Market PerformanceSignificant underperformance with a decline of 46.8% YTD and elevated short interest at 25.0%.
Vital Energy News
VTLE FAQ
What was Vital Energy’s price range in the past 12 months?
Vital Energy lowest stock price was $12.30 and its highest was $36.72 in the past 12 months.
What is Vital Energy’s market cap?
Vital Energy’s market cap is $693.32M.
When is Vital Energy’s upcoming earnings report date?
Vital Energy’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 24, 2026 which is in 67 days.
How were Vital Energy’s earnings last quarter?
Vital Energy released its earnings results on Nov 03, 2025. The company reported $1.52 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.626 by -$0.106.
Is Vital Energy overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Vital Energy’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Vital Energy pay dividends?
Vital Energy does not currently pay dividends.
What is Vital Energy’s EPS estimate?
Vital Energy’s EPS estimate is 2.08.
How many shares outstanding does Vital Energy have?
Vital Energy has 237,134,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Vital Energy’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Vital Energy reported an EPS of $1.52 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $1.626. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.143%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Vital Energy?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in VTLE
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Vital Energy Stock Smart Score
Underperform
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$20.15 (12.44% Upside)
$20.15 (12.44% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
VTLE Sentiment 100%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 1.0M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-39.15%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-54.63%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-24.54%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Vital Energy
Vital Energy (VTLE) is an independent energy company focused on the development and production of oil and natural gas resources. The company primarily operates in the Permian Basin and other key regions in the United States, leveraging advanced technologies and efficient operational practices to maximize resource extraction. Vital Energy is committed to sustainable practices and aims to deliver energy solutions that meet the growing demand while minimizing environmental impact.
VTLE Company Deck
VTLE Earnings Call
Q2 2025
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
Vital Energy's second quarter 2025 earnings call reflects a generally positive sentiment, highlighted by strong financial results, significant operational achievements, and successful cost optimization efforts. While challenges such as exceeding capital expenditure guidance and non-cash impairments were noted, the company's strategic initiatives and robust debt reduction plan underscore a strong performance outlook.View all VTLE earnings summariesVTLE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$20.15
▲(12.44% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
3.20% Insiders
2.22% Mutual Funds
1.93% Other Institutional Investors
91.82% Public Companies and
Individual Investors