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SM Stock Chart & Stats
$25.97
-$0.24(-0.56%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$25.97
-$0.24(-0.56%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$17.45 - $35.88
Previous CloseN/A
Volume401.40K
Average Volume (3M)3.82M
Market Cap
$7.51B
Enterprise Value$13.73K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$449.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$7.98B
Price to Earnings (P/E)27.2
Beta0.53
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS Estimate
1.89Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.38%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.15
Shares Outstanding239,748,700
10 Day Avg. Volume3,709,082
30 Day Avg. Volume3,820,620
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.21
Price to Book (P/B)0.45
Price to Sales (P/S)0.68
P/FCF Ratio3.75
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$39.00Price Target Upside50.17% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering12
EPS Forecast (FY)6.94
Revenue Forecast (FY)$7.16B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Production Growth & Upgraded GuidanceUpgraded 2026 production guidance alongside Q1 outperformance signals durable operational momentum and higher organic volume capacity. Sustained volume growth improves operating leverage and revenue base, supporting long-term cash generation even if prices vary, and underpins capacity to fund capex and deleveraging.
Merger Synergies And Integration ExecutionRapid realization of material synergies indicates effective integration and structural cost reduction across the combined asset base. Persisting synergies increase adjusted margins and free cash flow over multiple quarters, strengthening competitiveness and freeing capital for debt paydown or returns.
Balance Sheet Deleveraging & LiquidityMeaningful debt paydowns and a large asset sale materially lower near-term maturities and improve liquidity metrics. Reaffirmed borrowing base and credit upgrades enhance financial flexibility, reduce refinancing risk, and create durable capacity to fund capex or returns as commodity cycles evolve.
Bears Say
Sharp TTM Profitability CompressionA sustained fall in net margin to low single digits erodes the company's ability to convert revenue into retained earnings. Lower profitability reduces internal funding capacity, weakens returns on capital over multiple quarters, and increases sensitivity to commodity price swings and cost inflation.
Negative Free Cash Flow TrendPersistent negative free cash flow despite solid operating cash flow indicates higher capex, integration costs, or working capital pressure. This structural cash shortfall forces reliance on asset sales or debt reduction to fund obligations, constraining sustainable shareholder returns and capital allocation flexibility.
Elevated Leverage (Recent Step-Up)A near-1x debt-to-equity position raises financial risk and interest burden if commodity conditions deteriorate. Even with recent reductions, the historical step-up in leverage reduces buffer against shocks, limits strategic optionality, and can keep borrowing costs and covenant sensitivity higher over the medium term.
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SM FAQ
What was SM Energy Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
SM Energy Company lowest stock price was $17.45 and its highest was $35.88 in the past 12 months.
What is SM Energy Company’s market cap?
SM Energy Company’s market cap is $7.51B.
When is SM Energy Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
SM Energy Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 16 days.
How were SM Energy Company’s earnings last quarter?
SM Energy Company released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported $1.55 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.124 by $0.426.
Is SM Energy Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts SM Energy Company’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does SM Energy Company pay dividends?
SM Energy Company pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.22 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.38%. See more information on SM Energy Company dividends here
What is SM Energy Company’s EPS estimate?
SM Energy Company’s EPS estimate is 1.89.
How many shares outstanding does SM Energy Company have?
SM Energy Company has 239,748,700 shares outstanding.
What happened to SM Energy Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
SM Energy Company reported an EPS of $1.55 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $1.124. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.929%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of SM Energy Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SM
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
SM Energy Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$39.00 (50.17% Upside)
$39.00 (50.17% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
SM Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 65%
Sector Average 65%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 17.5M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $834.3K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.1%
Last 30 Days ▼ 3.3%
Last 30 Days ▼ 3.3%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
22.65%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.49%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
117.85%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
SM Energy Company
SM Energy Company is an independent firm dedicated to the exploration, development, acquisition, and production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. Its operations are exclusively concentrated within the state of Texas. As of February 24, 2022, the company reported an impressive 492.0 million barrels of oil equivalent in estimated proved reserves. Furthermore, it holds working stakes in 825 active oil wells and 483 active gas wells, primarily situated in the Midland Basin and South Texas regions. Established in 1908, the company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. It adopted its current name, SM Energy Company, in May 2010, having previously been known as St. Mary Land & Exploration Company.
SM Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$39.00
▲(50.17% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.77% Insiders
24.20% Mutual Funds
0.15% Other Institutional Investors
43.52% Public Companies and Individual Investors