- Adjusted Earnings Per Share (EPS): Coterra Energy’s adjusted EPS for the second quarter is 48 cents, surpassing last year’s 37 cents and the estimated 45 cents.
- Cash Flow from Operations: Reported at $937 million, showing a 68% increase year over year, slightly exceeding the estimated $935.4 million.
- Capital Expenditure: Totaled $620 million, up 29% from the previous year, and above the expected $608.3 million.
- Discretionary Cash Flow: Stood at $949 million, marking a 31% increase year over year.
- Adjusted EBITDAX: Reached $1.11 billion, up 36% year-over-year, surpassing the estimated $1.07 billion.
- Operating Revenue: Totaled $1.97 billion, a 55% increase from the previous year, exceeding the projected $1.69 billion.
- Natural Gas Production: Averaged 3.00 billion cubic feet per day, a 7.9% increase year-over-year, against an estimate of 2.82 billion.
- Free Cash Flow: Reported at $329 million, a 34% increase year-over-year, surpassing the estimate of $321.3 million.
- 2025 Capital Expenditures Forecast: Expected to be approximately $2.3 billion, with consistent activity involving nine rigs in the Permian, two in the Marcellus, and one to two in the Anadarko.
- 3rd Quarter 2025 Guidance: Total equivalent production is projected between 740 to 790 MBoepd, with specific oil and natural gas production forecasts.
- Effective Tax Rate: Estimated to be 22% for the full year 2025, with 40% to 60% expected to be current tax.
- 2025 Free Cash Flow Estimate: Anticipated to total $2.1 billion based on recent strip prices.
- Investment Opportunity: Coterra Energy is highlighted as a unique investment opportunity due to its durable cash flows, diversified commodity mix, and strong balance sheet.
- Analyst Ratings: The stock has 21 buy ratings, 6 holds, and no sell recommendations.
Coterra Energy on Smartkarma
Analyst coverage of Coterra Energy on Smartkarma, a hub for independent investment research, has seen a recent report from Baptista Research. The report titled “Coterra Energy: The 7 Most Significant Forces Steering Its Performance into 2025 & Beyond!” provides insights into the company’s recent earnings. Coterra Energy’s financial and operational standing is described as a mixed picture. On the positive side, the company surpassed oil production guidance and exceeded expectations in natural gas production. Moreover, their capital expenditures were kept in check, reflecting disciplined financial management.
A look at Coterra Energy Smart Scores
| Factor | Score | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| Value | 4 | |
| Dividend | 4 | |
| Growth | 3 | |
| Resilience | 4 | |
| Momentum | 2 | |
| OVERALL SMART SCORE | 3.4 |
Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma
Analysts are optimistic about Coterra Energy’s long-term prospects, as indicated by its strong scores across key factors. With a solid Value score of 4, the company is deemed to be trading at an attractive valuation, which may appeal to investors seeking potential value opportunities. Additionally, Coterra Energy’s high Dividend score of 4 signifies that it has a stable dividend payout, providing income potential for investors.
While the company scores slightly lower in terms of Growth and Momentum, with scores of 3 and 2 respectively, its resilience is highlighted by a score of 4. This suggests that Coterra Energy is well-positioned to weather market fluctuations and challenges, providing a degree of stability for investors looking for a safe investment option in the energy sector.
### Coterra Energy Inc. operates as a diversified energy company. The Company develops oil and natural gas with a focus on protecting and preserving air quality, water resources, and the land on which we operate. Coterra Energy serves clients in the United States. ###
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