Whitecap Resources Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 1/6
Whitecap Resources's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -12.4%, while the Oil and Gas industry saw earnings growing at 9.9% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 18.3% per year. Whitecap Resources's return on equity is 7.8%, and it has net margins of 13.7%.
Key information
-12.41%
Earnings growth rate
-18.63%
EPS growth rate
| Oil and Gas Industry Growth | 42.11% |
| Revenue growth rate | 18.34% |
| Return on equity | 7.81% |
| Net Margin | 13.73% |
| Next Earnings Update | 29 Jul 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 02
WCP: Cost Efficiencies And Buybacks Will Support Higher Execution-Driven Outlook
Whitecap Resources' fair value estimate has been updated to CA$18.60 from CA$17.13, reflecting a series of higher analyst price targets across several firms that highlight confidence in the company's execution. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show several price target revisions for Whitecap Resources, with most clustered in the C$15 to C$16 range and one more recent move C$1.50 higher.Narrative Update • Apr 18
WCP: Cost Efficiencies And Buybacks Will Support Richer Execution-Driven Outlook
Analysts have raised the fair value estimate for Whitecap Resources by about CA$0.63 to CA$17.13, citing a series of higher Street price targets and steady assumptions for growth, margins and future P/E that support a somewhat richer valuation. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Whitecap Resources has centered on higher price targets and updated ratings, reflecting a generally constructive tone on execution and valuation with a few points of restraint.
New Narrative • Apr 16
Debottlenecking And Liquids Growth Will Transform Long Life Reserves Into Stronger Future Cash Generation
Catalysts About Whitecap Resources Whitecap Resources is a Canadian oil and gas producer with a mix of unconventional growth assets and long life, lower decline conventional assets. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Apr 03
WCP: Cost Efficiencies And Buybacks Will Support Measured Execution-Driven Outlook
Analysts have raised the Whitecap Resources fair value estimate from CA$15.31 to CA$16.50, citing recent CA$1 to CA$2 price target increases from several firms and ongoing confidence in the company’s cost control, productivity and execution. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Whitecap Resources clusters around higher price targets and strong operational execution, while also flagging valuation and rating changes that readers should keep in mind.
New Narrative • Apr 01
High Condensate Focus And Long Term Gas Contracts Will Pressure Margins Over Time
Catalysts About Whitecap Resources Whitecap Resources is a Canadian energy producer focused on light oil, condensate and natural gas, with a mix of unconventional and conventional assets. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Mar 19
WCP: Cost Efficiencies And Buybacks Will Support Balanced Long Term Outlook
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Whitecap Resources higher, with the modeled target moving from CA$15.09 to CA$15.31, as recent research points to continued cost efficiencies, steady productivity gains, and a tightening cluster of Street price targets in the CA$15 to CA$16 range. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Whitecap Resources has leaned constructive, with several fresh price targets clustering in the CA$15 to CA$16 range.Narrative Update • Mar 04
WCP: Higher Profitability Expectations Will Support Bullish Long Term Outlook
The analyst fair value estimate for Whitecap Resources has moved from CA$14.03 to CA$15.09, with the shift supported by higher Street price targets clustered around CA$15 to CA$16 and analyst commentary pointing to improved profitability expectations on steady discount rate assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research is broadly constructive on Whitecap Resources, with several bullish analysts lifting their price targets into a CA$15 to CA$16 range and highlighting both operational execution and cost control.Narrative Update • Feb 18
WCP: Updated Fair Value And P/E Will Support Balanced Long Term Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price target on Whitecap Resources slightly higher to CA$14.03 from CA$13.94. This reflects updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate and future P/E, while keeping revenue growth and profit margin expectations broadly consistent.Narrative Update • Feb 04
WCP: Analyst Day Outlook Will Support Higher Long Term Earnings Multiple
Analysts have modestly adjusted their fair value estimate for Whitecap Resources to $13.94 from $13.53, reflecting updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Whitecap Resources held an Analyst/Investor Day, giving the market an updated look at its business outlook and capital plans (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 21
WCP: Q3 Beat And 2026 Capital Efficiency Are Expected To Support Upside
Analysts have made a modest trim to their fair value estimate for Whitecap Resources to about $13.53 from $13.63, even as several firms recently raised their C$ price targets, citing stronger capital efficiency in the 2026 budget and adding the stock to favored lists. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are generally framing the recent research activity on Whitecap Resources as support for a constructive view on the stock, with several pointing to capital efficiency and updated price targets as key inputs to their work.Narrative Update • Jan 06
WCP: Q3 Beat And 2026 Capital Efficiency Are Expected To Drive Upside
The analyst price target for Whitecap Resources edges slightly higher to about $13.63, as analysts cite recent target increases in the C$13 to C$15 range and highlight factors such as a Q3 beat, a more capital efficient 2026 budget and inclusion on preferred stock lists. Analyst Commentary Recent research activity around Whitecap Resources has been active, with several firms updating views and targets in a fairly tight C$13 to C$15 range.Analysis Article • Dec 19
Whitecap Resources (TSE:WCP) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of CA$0.0608
Whitecap Resources Inc. ( TSE:WCP ) will pay a dividend of CA$0.0608 on the 15th of January. Based on this payment, the...Narrative Update • Dec 13
WCP: Improved 2026 Capital Efficiency Will Drive Future Production Momentum
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Whitecap Resources modestly higher, with recent raises to C$15.00, C$14.00, and C$13.00 outweighing a single cut to C$13.00. They highlight the company’s Q3 beat, improved capital efficiency in its 2026 budget, and inclusion on key favorites lists.Narrative Update • Nov 29
WCP: Execution On Production Growth And Buybacks Will Drive Momentum
Whitecap Resources' average analyst price target remained steady near C$13.60, as analysts cited improved capital efficiency and continued outperformance to support their outlook despite minor adjustments to individual targets. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst coverage of Whitecap Resources highlights a generally upbeat outlook, with several supporting increases to price targets and positive ratings.Analysis Article • Nov 19
Whitecap Resources (TSE:WCP) Has Announced A Dividend Of CA$0.0608
Whitecap Resources Inc.'s ( TSE:WCP ) investors are due to receive a payment of CA$0.0608 per share on 15th of...Narrative Update • Nov 15
WCP: Ongoing Capital Efficiency Improvements Will Drive Upward Momentum
Analysts have modestly increased their average price target for Whitecap Resources, with several citing stronger than expected capital efficiency and ongoing inclusion in top stock lists as supporting factors. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports on Whitecap Resources reflect a blend of optimism on operational efficiency and valuation, with some caution around near-term forecast adjustments.Narrative Update • Nov 01
WCP: Future Performance Will Be Driven By Operational Efficiency And Capital Discipline
Analysts have modestly increased their price target for Whitecap Resources to C$13.59 from C$13.56, citing improving profit margins and favorable recent coverage. The reports highlight operational efficiency and a strengthened outlook.Narrative Update • Oct 18
Integration And Advanced Drilling Will Unlock Future Value
The analyst price target for Whitecap Resources was recently increased to C$13.56 from C$13.10. Analysts cite improved fundamentals and sustained revenue growth as key factors behind the upward revision.Analysis Article • Aug 21
Whitecap Resources (TSE:WCP) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of CA$0.0608
The board of Whitecap Resources Inc. ( TSE:WCP ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 15th of September...Analysis Article • Jul 24
Whitecap Resources (TSE:WCP) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of CA$0.0608
Whitecap Resources Inc. ( TSE:WCP ) will pay a dividend of CA$0.0608 on the 15th of August. This means the annual...Analysis Article • Jun 03
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Whitecap Resources (TSE:WCP) Has Announced A Dividend Of CA$0.0608
Whitecap Resources Inc.'s ( TSE:WCP ) investors are due to receive a payment of CA$0.0608 per share on 16th of June...
New Narrative • Mar 18
WhiteCap Is Positioned To Profit Regardless Of Trump's Policy
I believe the Canadian oil and gas sector is overlooked, mainly because of Donald Trump's upcoming second term.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Whitecap Resources makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 6,152 | 844 | 225 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 5,170 | 985 | 175 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 4,516 | 911 | 150 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 3,780 | 981 | 125 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 3,405 | 915 | 108 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 3,338 | 812 | 108 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 3,312 | 877 | 102 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 3,367 | 755 | 104 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 3,226 | 686 | 101 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 3,230 | 889 | 97 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 3,411 | 909 | 99 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 3,482 | 1,081 | 98 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 3,845 | 1,286 | 93 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 3,919 | 1,676 | 84 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 3,603 | 1,581 | 78 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 3,284 | 2,772 | 70 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 2,816 | 2,409 | 67 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 2,278 | 1,777 | 60 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,797 | 1,885 | 40 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 1,401 | 383 | 30 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 906 | 286 | 18 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 811 | -1,845 | 39 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 916 | -2,381 | 52 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 974 | -2,351 | 56 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 1,138 | -2,215 | 63 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 1,200 | -156 | 42 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 1,118 | 55 | 36 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 1,205 | 82 | 37 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 1,257 | 20 | 40 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 1,257 | 65 | 42 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 1,271 | -174 | 50 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 1,108 | -239 | 49 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 956 | -191 | 48 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 866 | -124 | 45 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 796 | 299 | 40 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 744 | 302 | 40 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 653 | 229 | 37 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 544 | 171 | 39 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 495 | -107 | 42 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 479 | -489 | 42 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 522 | -470 | 44 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 540 | -501 | 44 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 581 | -248 | 42 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 641 | 216 | 39 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: WCP has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: WCP's current net profit margins (13.7%) are lower than last year (26.9%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: WCP's earnings have declined by 12.4% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: WCP's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: WCP had negative earnings growth (-7.7%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Oil and Gas industry average (-10%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: WCP's Return on Equity (7.8%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/13 21:29 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/13 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Whitecap Resources Inc. is covered by 30 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Harshit Gupta | Accountability Research Corporation |
| Patrick O'Rourke | ATB Cormark |
| Garett Ursu | ATB Cormark Historical (Cormark Securities) |