Permian Resources (PR) Stock Overview
An independent oil and natural gas company, focuses on the development of crude oil and associated liquids-rich natural gas reserves in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 4/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 4/6 |
| Dividends | 2/6 |
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US$25
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19.7% undervalued intrinsic discount22.28%
Revenue growth p.a.
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$20.08 |
| 52 Week High | US$22.68 |
| 52 Week Low | US$11.92 |
| Beta | 0.51 |
| 1 Month Change | -6.12% |
| 3 Month Change | 18.61% |
| 1 Year Change | 54.34% |
| 3 Year Change | 115.91% |
| 5 Year Change | 390.95% |
| Change since IPO | 100.80% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • May 07
PR: Higher Oil Output And Rising Dividend Will Support Further Upside
Analysts now see a slightly higher fair value for Permian Resources, lifting the implied target from about $29.00 to roughly $29.37. This reflects updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples.Narrative Update • Apr 22
PR: Higher Production Outlook And Rising Payout Will Support Further Upside
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Permian Resources from $21.00 to $29.00, citing updated assumptions about revenue growth, a slightly higher profit margin profile, and a higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Permian Resources reported fourth quarter 2025 total net production of 36,935 MBoe, with average daily net production of 401,475 Boe/d, including 188,633 Bbls/d of oil, 102,131 Bbls/d of NGL, and 664,265 Mcf/d of natural gas (Key Developments).Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 07
PR: Higher Oil Output And Rising Dividend Will Support Further Upside
Analysts now see a slightly higher fair value for Permian Resources, lifting the implied target from about $29.00 to roughly $29.37. This reflects updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples.Narrative Update • Apr 22
PR: Higher Production Outlook And Rising Payout Will Support Further Upside
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Permian Resources from $21.00 to $29.00, citing updated assumptions about revenue growth, a slightly higher profit margin profile, and a higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Permian Resources reported fourth quarter 2025 total net production of 36,935 MBoe, with average daily net production of 401,475 Boe/d, including 188,633 Bbls/d of oil, 102,131 Bbls/d of NGL, and 664,265 Mcf/d of natural gas (Key Developments).
Narrative Update • Apr 07
PR: Higher 2026 Production Outlook And Dividend Increase Will Support Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on Permian Resources from approximately $18.05 to $23.90, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate and future P/E. They view these assumptions as more supportive of a higher valuation range for the stock.
New Narrative • Mar 27
PR is a low-cost Delaware Basin consolidator offering investors a capital-efficient, growing free cash flow stream with conservative leverag
Investment Thesis Best-in-class Delaware Basin LOE ($5.26/Boe) and rapidly declining D&C costs (~$700/ft) create a cost-of-production moat against higher-cost peers Deep drilling inventory (1.1B total proved Boe; 322K MBoe PUD) with 10+ year runway acquired below market in cyclical downturns Conservative balance sheet (0.8x Net Debt/EBITDAX) and investment grade credit rating provide optionality through commodity cycles “All of the above” capital allocation — growing base dividend, bolt-on M&A, debt reduction, buybacks — executed by a management team with meaningful insider ownership (>6%) 2026 plan targets ~5% production growth at 6% lower capex, implying continued FCF/share expansion even in a flat or slightly declining price environment Risk Considerations Entire model leveraged to WTI price; at $55 WTI, free cash flow contracts dramatically and the investment thesis narrows materially Single-basin concentration (100% Permian) amplifies exposure to Waha natural gas basis blowouts, regional water disposal constraints, and New Mexico federal land policy risk Debt load (~$3.4B) carries coupon costs of 6–10% across various maturities through 2033; higher-for-longer rates reduce refinancing optionality M&A strategy relies on continued availability of attractively priced bolt-on targets — competition from better-capitalized peers (Diamondback, ExxonMobil) may compress future deal economics No pricing power whatsoever — oil is a commodity; any structural shift in global demand (EV adoption, demand destruction) directly impairs terminal value of proved reserves
Narrative Update • Mar 24
PR: Higher Margins And Dividend Support Will Balance Richer Future Multiple
Analysts now frame Permian Resources’ fair value at $19.00 per share, up from $17.00. This reflects updated assumptions that pair a lower projected revenue growth rate with slightly higher expected profit margins and a richer future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Mar 10
PR: Rich Multiple And Lower Margin Assumptions Will Limit Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target on Permian Resources from $14.95 to $17.00, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E that feed into their refreshed fair value and discount rate inputs. What's in the News Issued 2026 production guidance with expected net average daily output of 400,000 Boe/d to 430,000 Boe/d and net average daily oil production of 186,000 Bbls/d to 192,000 Bbls/d (Corporate guidance) Declared a quarterly base cash dividend of $0.16 per share of Class A common stock, a 7% increase from $0.15 per share previously.Seeking Alpha • Feb 27
Permian Resources: I'm Buying Post Earnings
Summary Permian Resources Corporation remains a Strong Buy, driven by record-low unit costs and operational excellence in the Delaware Basin. PR achieved a 14% reduction in drilling and completion costs, with Q4 D&C costs at $700 per lateral foot and LOE at $5.26 per Boe. Strategic bolt-on acquisitions and improved gas transportation contracts enhance drilling inventory and reduce WAHA pricing exposure to 10% by 2026. Valuation remains attractive with a 12.67 P/E and 3.7% FCF yield, while structural cost advantages and disciplined capital allocation underpin forward growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Feb 24
PR: Stable Assumptions And Modest Margin Uplift Will Support Further Upside
Analysts have maintained their $21.00 price target for Permian Resources, citing relatively unchanged fair value and discount rate assumptions, along with slight adjustments to revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E inputs. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Model fair value remains unchanged at $21.00 per share, indicating no revision to the central valuation anchor.Narrative Update • Feb 10
PR: Higher Future P/E Multiple Will Support Upside Potential
Analysts have maintained their fair value estimate for Permian Resources at $21.00. Modest adjustments to assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E reflect updated views on the company’s risk profile and earnings potential, without materially changing their price target outlook.Narrative Update • Jan 25
PR: Rising Production And Ongoing Buybacks Will Support Future Upside
Analysts now see fair value for Permian Resources at about $21.00, down from roughly $22.26. This reflects updates to revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions in their models.Narrative Update • Jan 11
PR: Higher Production Guidance And Buybacks Will Support Steady Future Performance
Analysts have raised their price target on Permian Resources to $14.95 from $14.48, citing updated assumptions that include slightly higher fair value, a lower discount rate, expectations for faster revenue growth, moderately stronger profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Reported third quarter 2025 net oil production of 17,198 MBbls, natural gas production of 64,841 MMcf, NGLs production of 9,736 MBbls, and net total production of 37,741 MBoe, with average daily net production of 410,225 Boe/d (company results).Narrative Update • Dec 14
PR: Strong Production Momentum And Buybacks Will Drive Shares Higher
Analysts have nudged their price target on Permian Resources slightly higher, from approximately $22.00 to $22.26 per share, citing updated assumptions that include a lower discount rate and higher future valuation multiples, despite moderating growth and margin forecasts. What's in the News Reported strong third quarter 2025 operating results, with net total production rising to 37,741 MBoe from 31,932 MBoe a year earlier and average daily output increasing to 410,225 Boe/d from 347,091 Boe/d, driven by higher oil, gas and NGL volumes (company announcement of operating results).Analysis Article • Nov 13
Permian Resources' (NYSE:PR) Conservative Accounting Might Explain Soft Earnings
The market was pleased with the recent earnings report from Permian Resources Corporation ( NYSE:PR ), despite the...Narrative Update • Nov 03
PR: Record Production Gains And Share Buybacks Will Drive Future Upside
Permian Resources' analyst price target has been updated slightly downwards, decreasing from $18.19 to $18.05 per share as analysts weigh modest adjustments in anticipated revenue growth and discount rates against improved profit margin forecasts. What's in the News Permian Resources completed a follow-on equity offering of 46,112,899 shares of Class A common stock and raised approximately $623.9 million (Company filing).Narrative Update • Oct 20
Gulf Coast Agreements And US Legislation Will Unlock Future Value
Analysts have revised their price target for Permian Resources downward from $18.55 to $18.19 per share, citing more conservative expectations for growth and profitability in updated financial models. What's in the News Permian Resources completed a follow-on equity offering of 46,112,899 Class A Common Stock, raising approximately $624 million at $13.53 per share (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Sep 04
Gulf Coast Agreements And US Legislation Will Unlock Future Value
Permian Resources’ future P/E multiple has declined notably from 12.55x to 11.01x while revenue growth expectations remain stable at 6.1%, resulting in an unchanged consensus analyst price target of $18.63. What's in the News Repurchased 4,120,240 shares (0.58% of outstanding) for $43.34 million, completing the planned buyback.Analysis Article • Sep 03
Permian Resources Corporation's (NYSE:PR) Business And Shares Still Trailing The Market
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 20x, you may...Analysis Article • Jul 14
Is Permian Resources (NYSE:PR) A Risky Investment?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • May 31
Here's Why We Think Permian Resources (NYSE:PR) Might Deserve Your Attention Today
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • May 09
Permian Resources Corporation's (NYSE:PR) Shares Bounce 26% But Its Business Still Trails The Market
Permian Resources Corporation ( NYSE:PR ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 26...Seeking Alpha • Apr 08
Permian Resources: A Cheap Texas Energy Stock With Solid Fundamentals
Summary Permian Resources gets a buy rating today, in line with the bullish consensus. Strong points are the profit margin, Fitch upgrade in 2024, low debt/equity, and new business acquisitions last year to drive growth. Dividend investors may like the yield above 6%. The majority of the firm's reserves are developed and proven, and diversified across both oil and natural gas too. The ongoing risk of oil price volatility, and uncertainty of future OPEC decisions, can impact this entire sector and is an ongoing risk. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 05
Permian Resources Stock Craters: Why And How I'm Buying
Summary Shares of Delaware Basin-focused oil and gas company Permian Resources Corporation plunged amid a resurgence of tariff fears and weak economic indicators. In this update on PR stock, I'm going to take a step back and look at the company's business from a neutral and unemotional perspective. I will review Permian's operations in 2024 and 2025 guidance, explaining why I am confident in building a position, despite an arguably challenging environment. I share my approach of gradually building a position in PR stock over the coming months, generating a little extra income in the process and taking emotion out of the equation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 01
Permian Resources: Strong Capital Efficiency Leads To Positive Production Guidance Revisions
Summary Permian Resources is now expected to deliver 2024 oil production, around 8% above its original guidance midpoint. Acquisitions boosted Permian's 2024 oil production by 1% to 2%. Most of the outperformance is due to improved capital efficiency and strong well results. Permian now expects to turn-in-line 270 gross wells in 2024 compared to original expectations for 250 gross wells. Permian's capex budget range is unchanged. The strong capital efficiency boosts Permian's estimated value to $19 per share. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 16
Permian Resources: It's All In The Name
Summary Permian Resources Corporation, per its name, is a $12.6 billion Permian-basin focused E&P company paying a 3.8% dividend. Investors should be aware, PR has two equity classes—Class A and Class C. Only Class A shares are publicly traded. On September 30, 2024 they were 87.5% of the equity. Like others, Permian Resources endured punishing natural gas prices, especially in 3Q24. These are being alleviated by new Permian capacity from the 2.5 BCF/D Matterhorn Express, online October 1, 2024. Permian Resources’ SEC reserve value of future revenues at December 31, 2023, was $11.1 billion. Depending on how gas is valued given the low 2024 prices, it may be smaller this year. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 27
Permian Resources Corp: Undervalued Oil Stock With Great Q3 Results
Summary Permian Resources Corp is a leader in the U.S. oil field, showing strong cash flow, operational excellence, and a focus on shareholder value. Q3 results highlight a revenue boost to $1.215 billion, increased production, and a 150% dividend hike, signaling robust profitability and investor confidence. PR's valuation metrics, including P/E and EV/EBITDA ratios, indicate it is undervalued compared to peers, suggesting significant earnings and growth potential. Despite risks like oil price fluctuations and regulatory challenges, PR's disciplined operations and strategic focus make it a compelling "Strong Buy" for long-term investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 23
Oil, Gas, And Dividends: Why Permian Resources Remains Massively Undervalued
Summary Permian Resources Corporation stands out as a top small-cap energy producer in the Permian Basin with deep reserves, low breakeven costs, and a shareholder-focused strategy. The company's efficiency, significant natural gas exposure, and potential for data center growth enhance its long-term appeal. PR's valuation is attractive, trading at a deep discount to peers, offering considerable upside for investors comfortable with volatility. Despite its M&A-heavy history and volatile earnings, PR's solid balance sheet and elevated efficiency provide a strong investment case. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| PR | US Oil and Gas | US Market | |
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| 7D | -7.1% | -3.4% | 3.2% |
| 1Y | 54.3% | 35.2% | 31.0% |
Return vs Industry: PR exceeded the US Oil and Gas industry which returned 35.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: PR exceeded the US Market which returned 31% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| PR volatility | |
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| PR Average Weekly Movement | 4.8% |
| Oil and Gas Industry Average Movement | 6.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: PR has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: PR's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 2015 | 515 | Will Hickey | www.permianres.com |
Permian Resources Corporation, an independent oil and natural gas company, focuses on the development of crude oil and associated liquids-rich natural gas reserves in the United States. The company’s assets primarily focus on the Delaware Basin, a sub-basin of the Permian Basin. Its properties consist of acreage blocks in Reeves County in West Texas and Lea County in New Mexico.
Permian Resources Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| PR fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$18.25b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$649.50m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$5.08b |
25.9x
P/E Ratio3.3x
P/S RatioIs PR overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| PR income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$5.08b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$1.35b |
| Gross Profit | US$3.72b |
| Other Expenses | US$3.07b |
| Earnings | US$649.50m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.78 |
| Gross Margin | 73.33% |
| Net Profit Margin | 12.79% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 31.3% |
How did PR perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
3.2%
Current Dividend Yield70%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 11:56 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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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
Permian Resources Corporation is covered by 43 analysts. 15 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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| Subhasish Chandra | Benchmark Company |
| Phillip Jungwirth | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Randy Ollenberger | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |