Diversified Energy (DEC) Stock Overview
An independent energy company, engages in the production, transportation and marketing of natural gas, oil, and liquids primarily in the Appalachian and Central regions of the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 6/6 |
| Future Growth | 0/6 |
| Past Performance | 2/6 |
| Financial Health | 0/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$12.98 |
| 52 Week High | US$18.90 |
| 52 Week Low | US$12.33 |
| Beta | 0.31 |
| 1 Month Change | -10.79% |
| 3 Month Change | -29.07% |
| 1 Year Change | -13.24% |
| 3 Year Change | -43.19% |
| 5 Year Change | -57.02% |
| Change since IPO | -60.67% |
Recent News & Updates
DEC: Anadarko Basin Expansion And Buybacks Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for Diversified Energy from $20.50 to about $22.43, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as key drivers of the revision. What’s in the News for Diversified Energy Diversified Energy and Carlyle's Global Credit platform agreed to acquire a bolt-on portfolio of oil and natural gas properties in the Anadarko Basin of Oklahoma from Camino Natural Resources, with Diversified funding about $210 million through its senior secured bank facility.Diversified Energy: Stronger Numbers, Same Complicated Model
Summary Diversified Energy has improved operationally, with Q1 2026 production, adjusted EBITDA, and free cash flow all showing significant growth. DEC's acquisition-driven scale, particularly from Maverick, Sheridan, and Camino, is enhancing cash flow but increasing business complexity and integration risks. Leverage has decreased to 2.2x net debt/EBITDA, supporting ongoing dividends and buybacks, yet the debt-heavy, acquisition-dependent model remains a key risk. My valuation finds DEC fairly priced near $13–14 per share, with upside capped by market reluctance to pay a premium for complex, debt-laden stories. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRecent updates
DEC: Anadarko Basin Expansion And Buybacks Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have raised their price target for Diversified Energy from $20.50 to about $22.43, citing updated assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as key drivers of the revision. What’s in the News for Diversified Energy Diversified Energy and Carlyle's Global Credit platform agreed to acquire a bolt-on portfolio of oil and natural gas properties in the Anadarko Basin of Oklahoma from Camino Natural Resources, with Diversified funding about $210 million through its senior secured bank facility.Diversified Energy: Stronger Numbers, Same Complicated Model
Summary Diversified Energy has improved operationally, with Q1 2026 production, adjusted EBITDA, and free cash flow all showing significant growth. DEC's acquisition-driven scale, particularly from Maverick, Sheridan, and Camino, is enhancing cash flow but increasing business complexity and integration risks. Leverage has decreased to 2.2x net debt/EBITDA, supporting ongoing dividends and buybacks, yet the debt-heavy, acquisition-dependent model remains a key risk. My valuation finds DEC fairly priced near $13–14 per share, with upside capped by market reluctance to pay a premium for complex, debt-laden stories. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaDiversified Energy: Old Wells And Some Leverage Bring Strong Cash Flow
Summary Diversified Energy offers a steady business model with strong cash flow and a 9% dividend yield, supported by extensive hedging and low decline rates. The company’s strategy focuses on acquiring old wells, improving recovery rates, and reducing operating costs, but high debt and environmental liabilities remain concerns. Recent acquisitions, including Maverick Natural Resources, are transformative, promising revenue growth and synergies, but also increasing debt and financing costs. To enhance investor confidence, Diversified should focus on reducing asset retirement obligations, executing consistent operations, and leveraging cash flow for debt reduction and share buybacks. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaDiversified Energy: Incredible Growth Potential With Maverick Natural Resources Acquisition, But Uncertainty Ahead
Summary Diversified Energy Company PLC's hold rating has been maintained due to lower gas prices, rising operating costs, and missed EBITDA margin targets. The Maverick Natural Resources acquisition boosts production and revenue, but uncertainties around cost synergies and commodity prices persist. DEC's hedging strategies and diversified portfolio aim to stabilize cash flow, yet economic slowdown fears and energy market volatility remain concerns. Investors should wait for clearer financial results post-acquisition before considering an upgrade, despite attractive dividend yields. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaDiversified Energy: On A Solid Growth Trajectory Following Acquisitions
Summary I am raising my rating to buy for Diversified Energy Company due to strategic acquisitions poised to boost profitability and operational capacity. DEC's Q3 2024 revenue grew 10.83% YoY to $239.05 million, with a 12.68% increase in adjusted EBITDA and a 32% TTM free cash flow yield. The acquisition of Maverick Natural Resources will expand DEC's presence in the Anadarko and Permian Basins, potentially increasing revenue by 95% and free cash flow by 55%. Despite a 5% YoY revenue decline in Q3 2024, DEC's debt reduction and continued dividend payments underscore its robust financial strategy and long-term value creation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaDiversified Energy: The Risks Of Asset Retirement Obligations Are Too Great For Investors
Summary Diversified Energy faces substantial well retirement obligations, which are understated, posing significant financial risks if natural gas prices remain low. The derivatives book offers potential upside, but the variability in outcomes and financial risks remain high. Current dividend payments are unsustainable without increasing energy prices, making this stock a high-risk, leveraged bet on future energy market conditions. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaDiversified Energy: 9.6% Yield And Strong Fundamentals Make A Sound Tactical Investment
Summary Diversified Energy Company focuses on acquiring low-decline, cash-flowing wells, avoiding exploration risks and CapEx-intensive developments, making it an attractive cash flow machine. Over the past ~ 5 years, DEC has expanded its free cash flow base in a consistent manner, by conducting M&A and deleveraging the balance sheet. Yet, at the same time, the valuations have gone down. Currently, the TTM EV/EBITDA is below 5x. This renders the dividend yield enticing at ~ 9.6%. In this article, I elaborate on the key reasons why, in my opinion, DEC offers an attractive tactical investment case for especially yield-seeking investors to complement their portfolios. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaWhy I Ultimately Decided Against Investing In Diversified Energy Company
Summary Diversified Energy has a unique business model focused on acquiring and optimizing older natural gas wells with potential for growth if commodity prices rise. The company has the most natural gas wells in the country and operates a profitable well retirement business, Next LVL, showing organic growth potential. Recent acquisitions and capital allocation decisions raise concerns about the company's long-term value proposition, leading to a decision to stay on the sidelines for now. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| DEC | US Oil and Gas | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -0.2% | 1.0% | -2.5% |
| 1Y | -13.2% | 20.2% | 19.0% |
Return vs Industry: DEC underperformed the US Oil and Gas industry which returned 20.3% over the past year.
Return vs Market: DEC underperformed the US Market which returned 20% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| DEC volatility | |
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| DEC Average Weekly Movement | 5.4% |
| Oil and Gas Industry Average Movement | 6.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: DEC has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: DEC's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1,987 | Rusty Hutson | www.div.energy |
Diversified Energy Company, an independent energy company, engages in the production, transportation and marketing of natural gas, oil, and liquids primarily in the Appalachian and Central regions of the United States. It also operates in the Bossier and Haynesville shale formations and the Cotton Valley sandstones in East Texas and West Louisiana, the Barnett Shale in North Texas and the Mid-Continent producing areas across Central Texas, along with the Anadarko Basin across North Texas and Oklahoma and Permian Basin in West Texas and New Mexico. Diversified Energy Company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
Diversified Energy Company Fundamentals Summary
| DEC fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$938.76m |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$503.70m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$1.84b |
Is DEC overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| DEC income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$1.84b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$815.79m |
| Gross Profit | US$1.02b |
| Other Expenses | US$520.70m |
| Earnings | US$503.70m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 6.96 |
| Gross Margin | 55.67% |
| Net Profit Margin | 27.37% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 388.2% |
How did DEC perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
Does DEC pay a reliable dividends?
See DEC dividend history and benchmarks| Diversified Energy dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | May 29 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 30 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 30 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 2 days |
Does DEC pay a reliable dividends?
See DEC dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/28 01:57 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/26 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
Diversified Energy Company is covered by 17 analysts. 6 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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| Paul Diamond | Citigroup Inc |
| Sanjeev Bahl | Edison Investment Research |
| Simon Scholes | First Berlin Equity Research GmbH |