Viper Energy (NASDAQ:VNOM) Stock

Viper Energy

Viper Energy Partners

Viper Energy Inc is focused on owning and acquiring mineral and royalty interests in oil and natural gas properties primarily in the Permian Basin. The Permian Basin is known to have a number of zones of oil and natural gas-bearing rock throughout.

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The major indices struggled to maintain early momentum on Monday, but appear to climbing back with the S&amp;P 500 and Dow Jones both green in midday trading. 

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Diamondback Energy (FANG) and Viper Energy (VNOM) have different technical signals: FANG is strongly bearish, VNOM is more bullish. FANG trades below key levels, while VNOM remains above them.

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Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $2.04 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.45 by 353.33 percent. This is a 204.48 percent increase over earnings of $0.67 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $210.067 million which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $222.699 million by 5.67 percent. This is a 2.62 percent increase over sales of $204.712 million the same period last year.

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Viper Energy Q4 2024 Adj. EPS $2.04 Beats $0.45 Estimate, Sales $210.067M Miss $222.699M Estimate

The major indices struggled to maintain early momentum on Monday, but appear to climbing back with the S&amp;P 500 and Dow Jones both green<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/forex/25/02/43908232/asia-and-europe-markets-mixed-futures-rebound-ahead-of-nvidia-earnings-global-markets-today-while-us-slept"> in midday trading.&nbsp;</a>
Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) shares fell 1.05%, reaching a 28-week low of $399.62, following reports that the company<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43917474/microsoft-cancels-major-data-center-leases-raises-questions-on-ai-expansion-strategy"> canceled leases</a> for data center capacity in the U.S. Other tech giants also faced pressure with Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>) dropping 1.33%, Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) declining 0.34% and Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>) falling 1.55%.
In contrast, Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>) shares bucked the trend, rising approximately 1% after <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43912279/apples-500-billion-bet-is-the-stock-ready-to-shine-or-stumble">announcing plans</a> for a $500 billion investment in the US over the next four years, along with the creation of 20,000 new jobs.
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Natural gas futures fell more than 6% toward $43.9/MMBtu, retreating from a 25-month high reached last week after prices surged more than 16% as Arctic air increased demand and reduced supply.&nbsp;
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) was down slightly Monday and remains range-bound near the $95,000 level.&nbsp;
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1 day % chg.</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>19,463.98</td>
<td>-0.31%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>6,022.48</td>
<td>0.16%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>43,612.15</td>
<td>0.42%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,191.65</td>
<td>-0.17%</td>
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According to Benzinga Pro data:
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<li>The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) was up 0.23% to $601.32.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) climbed 0.51% at $436.31.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) dipped 0.22% to $524.94.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) eased 0.06% to $217.67.&nbsp;</li>
<li>The Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) was up 0.17% to $218.77.</li>
<li>The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) rose 0.45% to $91.34.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Monday's Stock Movers</h1>
Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) shares continued to sell off, extending losses to more than 22% over the past five sessions. Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) shares also extended their losing streak to six straight sessions, down 3% in midday trading.&nbsp;
Stocks reacting to company earnings reports included:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Domino's Pizza Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Gran Tierra Energy Inc. (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTE#AMEX">GTE</a>)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Kosmos Energy Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KOS#NYSE">KOS</a>)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Summit Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMMT#NASDAQ">SMMT</a>)</li>
<li>Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOV#NYSE">HOV</a>)</li>
</ul>
Companies reporting after Monday's closing bell include:&nbsp;
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<li>Bridge Investment Group Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRDG#NYSE">BRDG</a>)</li>
<li>Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Viper Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hims &amp; Hers Health, Inc. &nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>)</li>
<li>Zoom Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>)</li>
<li>Riot Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIOT#NASDAQ">RIOT</a>)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>)&nbsp;</li>
<li>Chegg Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHGG#NYSE">CHGG</a>)&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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Diamondback Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>) and Viper Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) are heading into <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings">fourth-quarter earnings</a> under heavy bearish pressure, but their technical setups reveal contrasting signals for investors.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">FANG Stock Stuck In Reverse</h1>
Diamondback Energy stock has slumped 12.09% over the past year and is down 6.65% year-to-date. The stock sits below its five-, 20- and 50-day exponential moving averages (EMAs), signaling a strongly bearish trend.
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Diamondback Energy stock's eight-day simple moving average (SMA) of $157.44, 20-day SMA of $162.17 and 50-day SMA of $165.17 all flash bearish signals, as the stock trades beneath each level. Even the 200-day SMA of $183.45 reinforces this downside outlook.
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) indicator sits at a negative 3.42, further supporting the bearish case. Meanwhile, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 37.44 suggests the stock is nearing oversold territory but not yet primed for a rebound.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">VNOM Stock: Bearish Short Term, Bullish Underneath</h1>
Viper Energy stock tells a slightly different story. While the stock is down 4.41% year to date, it&#8217;s still up 33.45% over the past year, reflecting stronger relative performance. 
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Viper Energy stock at $47.74 sits below its eight-day SMA of $49.57, 20-day SMA of $48.85 and 50-day SMA of $49.36 — all bearish signals similar to the stock&#8217;s signals.
However, Viper Energy's 200-day SMA of $46.11 offers a bullish signal, as the current price trades above this long-term support. The MACD indicator at a negative 0.05 further supports the short-term bearish signals, while the RSI at 41.11 and declining suggests the stock is approaching oversold conditions without being extreme.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Investor Takeaway</h1>
Both Diamondback Energy and Viper Energy face short-term bearish pressure, but Viper Energy's strength above its 200-day SMA and positive MACD hint at a potential rebound. Diamondback Energy, on the other hand, lacks similar support and remains firmly in bearish territory. 
As earnings approach, investors may find Viper Energy the comparatively stronger play — unless Diamondback Energy delivers an earnings surprise that flips the script.
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<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• Kosmos Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KOS#NYSE">KOS</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.00 per share on revenue of $416.02 million. 
• Lincoln Educational Servs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LINC#NASDAQ">LINC</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.29 per share on revenue of $110.85 million. 
• Summit Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMMT#NASDAQ">SMMT</a>) is projected to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Clear Channel Outdoor (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCO#NYSE">CCO</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.03 per share on revenue of $645.84 million. 
• BioCryst Pharma (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BCRX#NASDAQ">BCRX</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $0.06 per share on revenue of $127.72 million. 
• Domino's Pizza (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DPZ#NASDAQ">DPZ</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $4.95 per share on revenue of $1.48 billion. 
• Gran Tierra Energy (AMEX:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GTE#AMEX">GTE</a>) is projected to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Westlake Chemical (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLKP#NYSE">WLKP</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.37 per share on revenue of $1.08 billion. 
• Westlake (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WLK#NYSE">WLK</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.18 per share on revenue of $2.96 billion. 
• Owens-Corning (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OC#NYSE">OC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $2.90 per share on revenue of $2.77 billion. 
• Fresh Del Monte Produce (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FDP#NYSE">FDP</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.37 per share on revenue of $1.03 billion. 
• Kaspi.kz (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KSPI#NASDAQ">KSPI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $3.35 per share on revenue of $1.52 billion. 
• Freightos (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRGO#NASDAQ">CRGO</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.09 per share on revenue of $6.46 million. 
• Azul (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AZUL#NYSE">AZUL</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.10 per share on revenue of $1.01 billion. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• DMC Glb (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOOM#NASDAQ">BOOM</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.29 per share on revenue of $140.50 million. 
• Ultra Clean Hldgs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UCTT#NASDAQ">UCTT</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.44 per share on revenue of $559.19 million. 
• Clean Energy Fuels (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLNE#NASDAQ">CLNE</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.01 per share on revenue of $99.87 million. 
• Goosehead Insurance (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GSHD#NASDAQ">GSHD</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.40 per share on revenue of $78.20 million. 
• Trex Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TREX#NYSE">TREX</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.04 per share on revenue of $159.89 million. 
• Atlas Energy Solutions (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AESI#NYSE">AESI</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.18 per share on revenue of $281.61 million. 
• Hims &amp; Hers Health (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIMS#NYSE">HIMS</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.21 per share on revenue of $469.68 million. 
• Beyond (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BYON#NYSE">BYON</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.75 per share on revenue of $331.06 million. 
• Coterra Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CTRA#NYSE">CTRA</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.42 per share on revenue of $1.39 billion. 
• Faro Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FARO#NASDAQ">FARO</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.40 per share on revenue of $91.03 million. 
• Riot Platforms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIOT#NASDAQ">RIOT</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.27 per share on revenue of $130.25 million. 
• BWX Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BWXT#NYSE">BWXT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.81 per share on revenue of $720.47 million. 
• SBA Comms (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SBAC#NASDAQ">SBAC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $2.22 per share on revenue of $684.39 million. 
• ONEOK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKE#NYSE">OKE</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.55 per share on revenue of $6.77 billion. 
• Chegg (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHGG#NYSE">CHGG</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.18 per share on revenue of $142.03 million. 
• Artivion (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AORT#NYSE">AORT</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.04 per share on revenue of $101.15 million. 
• EverQuote (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EVER#NASDAQ">EVER</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.39 per share on revenue of $133.83 million. 
• Cannae Holdings (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNNE#NYSE">CNNE</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.29 per share on revenue of $105.90 million. 
• Veracyte (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VCYT#NASDAQ">VCYT</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.26 per share on revenue of $116.68 million. 
• Primoris Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRIM#NYSE">PRIM</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.76 per share on revenue of $1.59 billion. 
• Realty Income (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/O#NYSE">O</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.06 per share on revenue of $1.35 billion. 
• Trip.com Group (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TCOM#NASDAQ">TCOM</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.54 per share on revenue of $1.69 billion. 
• HealthStream (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSTM#NASDAQ">HSTM</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.14 per share on revenue of $73.55 million. 
• Myriad Genetics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MYGN#NASDAQ">MYGN</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.03 per share on revenue of $213.34 million. 
• Archrock (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AROC#NYSE">AROC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.29 per share on revenue of $326.77 million. 
• Topgolf Callaway Brands (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MODG#NYSE">MODG</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.19 per share on revenue of $885.10 million. 
• Haverty Furniture Cos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HVT#NYSE">HVT</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.22 per share on revenue of $182.09 million. 
• JBT Marel (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JBTM#NYSE">JBTM</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.85 per share on revenue of $488.74 million. 
• ProAssurance (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRA#NYSE">PRA</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.19 per share on revenue of $274.56 million. 
• Inspirato (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISPO#NASDAQ">ISPO</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $1.09 per share on revenue of $58.34 million. 
• Quaker Houghton (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KWR#NYSE">KWR</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.61 per share on revenue of $441.87 million. 
• Apartment Inv &amp; Mgmt (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIV#NYSE">AIV</a>) is estimated to report quarterly loss at $0.12 per share on revenue of $53.10 million. 
• Navitas Semiconductor (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVTS#NASDAQ">NVTS</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.06 per share on revenue of $19.03 million. 
• Tempus AI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TEM#NASDAQ">TEM</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.15 per share on revenue of $200.55 million. 
• Addus HomeCare (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADUS#NASDAQ">ADUS</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.35 per share on revenue of $278.36 million. 
• Helios Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLIO#NYSE">HLIO</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.36 per share on revenue of $175.99 million. 
• Ziff Davis (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZD#NASDAQ">ZD</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $2.63 per share on revenue of $424.40 million. 
• Agora (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/API#NASDAQ">API</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Black Stone Minerals (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BSM#NYSE">BSM</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.33 per share on revenue of $114.99 million. 
• LTC Properties (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LTC#NYSE">LTC</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.65 per share on revenue of $42.81 million. 
• Zoom Communications (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.35 per share on revenue of $1.19 billion. 
• Douglas Dynamics (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLOW#NYSE">PLOW</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.31 per share on revenue of $155.23 million. 
• MediaAlpha (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MAX#NYSE">MAX</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.39 per share on revenue of $289.38 million. 
• SI-BONE (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIBN#NASDAQ">SIBN</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.14 per share on revenue of $46.89 million. 
• Bridge Investment Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BRDG#NYSE">BRDG</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.17 per share on revenue of $83.69 million. 
• Tortoise Capital Series Trust Tortoise Power and Energy Infrastructure Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TPZ#NYSE">TPZ</a>) is expected to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Offerpad Solutions (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OPAD#NYSE">OPAD</a>) is likely to report quarterly loss at $0.48 per share on revenue of $174.58 million. 
• Helix Energy Solns Gr (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLX#NYSE">HLX</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $0.09 per share on revenue of $311.66 million. 
• Public Storage (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PSA#NYSE">PSA</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $4.22 per share on revenue of $1.18 billion. 
• Clearway Energy (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CWEN#NYSE">CWEN</a>) is expected to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• V2X (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VVX#NYSE">VVX</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $1.15 per share on revenue of $1.10 billion. 
• Veris Residential (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VRE#NYSE">VRE</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.12 per share on revenue of $66.81 million. 
• GFL Environmental (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GFL#NYSE">GFL</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.23 per share on revenue of $1.98 billion. 
• Summit Hotel Properties (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INN#NYSE">INN</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.19 per share on revenue of $171.47 million. 
• Civitas Resources (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CIVI#NYSE">CIVI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $1.88 per share on revenue of $1.29 billion. 
• Cleveland-Cliffs (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLF#NYSE">CLF</a>) is expected to report quarterly loss at $0.44 per share on revenue of $4.54 billion. 
• Netstreit (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTST#NYSE">NTST</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.32 per share on revenue of $43.47 million. 
• KBR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KBR#NYSE">KBR</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.82 per share on revenue of $2.00 billion. 
• Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.42 per share on revenue of $220.06 million. 
• Diamondback Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>) is likely to report quarterly earnings at $3.58 per share on revenue of $3.51 billion. 
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Earnings Scheduled For February 24, 2025

<ul>
<li>Travis D. Stice to transition from role as Chief Executive Officer</li>
<li>Kaes Van't Hof, current President, will assume Chief Executive Officer role</li>
<li>Austen Gilfillian, current Vice President, has been promoted to President</li>
<li>Trevor Stoltz has been promoted to Vice President, Business Development</li>
<li>John Phillips has been promoted to Vice President, Land &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
MIDLAND, Texas, Feb. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viper Energy, Inc.&nbsp;(NASDAQ:&nbsp;VNOM) ("Viper" or the "Company") today announced its leadership transition plan, representing the culmination of a thorough succession planning process and ensuring a seamless leadership transition that will position the Company for continued long term outperformance. Travis D. Stice will transition from his role as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Kaes Van't Hof, current President of the Company, will succeed Mr. Stice as Chief Executive Officer. Austen Gilfillian, current Vice President of Viper, will assume the role of President, also effective immediately.

Management

Viper Energy Announces Travis D. Stice To Transition From Role As CEO; Kaes Van't Hof, Current President, Will Assume CEO Role; Austen Gilfillian, Current Vice President, Has Been Promoted To President

Shares of EQT Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQT#NYSE">EQT</a>) and Viper Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) are trading lower potentially reflecting <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43669199/stocks-trim-losses-after-hot-inflation-bonds-remain-pressured-tesla-rebounds-whats-driving-markets-wednesday">broader concerns</a> around natural gas price volatility and investor focus on capital discipline.
What To Know: Goldman Sachs analyst Neil Mehta reiterated a bullish stance on EQT, citing its relative upside compared to peers and continued progress on deleveraging. 
He noted that as the company reduces debt, it increases its ability to return capital to shareholders. With natural gas prices characterized by volatility this year, Mehta highlighted the importance of downside mitigation while maintaining upside optionality.
Looking ahead, Goldman Sachs continues to assume a mid-cycle Henry Hub gas price of $3.75 per MMBtu from 2026 onward, supported by strong secular demand growth. 
The firm also expects WTI crude prices to remain in the $70-$75 per barrel range for the next several years. Mehta pointed to upcoming catalysts in the natural gas market, particularly the expected ramp-up in LNG export capacity in 2025, as key drivers for future demand. Additionally, he mentioned that winter weather has tightened U.S. gas balances, further influencing the market.
On the oil-focused side, Viper Energy remains an attractive option for exposure to capital returns, according to Goldman Sachs. Mehta highlighted VNOM's concentrated Permian acreage, strong management team under Diamondback Energy and improved visibility into operations compared to mineral and royalty interest peers. He emphasized that in a range-bound oil price environment, investors will continue to prioritize return of capital, cost efficiency and operational execution quality.
Price Action: EQT shares were down 2.6% at $52.37 and Viper Energy shares were down 2% at $50.07 at the time of writing, according to <a href="http://www.benzinga.com/pro/register/?utm_source=BZprocontent072924&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro.</a>
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During the last three months, 12 analysts shared their evaluations of Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>), revealing diverse outlooks from bullish to bearish.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $62.58, with a high estimate of $71.00 and a low estimate of $51.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $59.44, the current average has increased by 5.28%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1738702837_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Viper Energy among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>John Freeman</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$68.00</td>
<td>$78.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$71.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Richardson</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Rezvan</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Jayaram</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neil Mehta</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kalei Akamine</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Freeman</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Viper Energy. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Viper Energy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Viper Energy's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Viper Energy's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VNOM/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Viper Energy analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>About Viper Energy</h2>
Viper Energy Inc is focused on owning and acquiring mineral and royalty interests in oil and natural gas properties primarily in the Permian Basin. The Permian Basin is known to have a number of zones of oil and natural gas-bearing rock throughout.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Viper Energy's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Viper Energy's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -28.54% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Energy sector.
Net Margin: Viper Energy's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 23.3%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Viper Energy's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 3.92%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Viper Energy's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 1.2%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Viper Energy's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.59, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Analyst Ratings

The Analyst Verdict: Viper Energy In The Eyes Of 12 Experts

Raymond James analyst John Freeman reiterates Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $64 to $58.

Price Target

Reiteration

Raymond James Reiterates Outperform on Viper Energy, Lowers Price Target to $58

Barclays analyst Betty Jiang maintains Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $58 to $60.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Viper Energy, Raises Price Target to $60

Truist Securities analyst Neal Dingmann maintains Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $78 to $68.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Viper Energy, Lowers Price Target to $68

Viper intends to use the net proceeds from the Primary Offering to fund the cash consideration for its previously announced pending acquisition of all of the equity interests of certain mineral and royalty-interest owning subsidiaries of Viper's parent, Diamondback Energy, Inc. (the "Pending Drop Down"), if it closes. If the Pending Drop Down does not close, Viper will use the net proceeds from the Primary Offering for general corporate purposes.
The Primary Offering is expected to close on February 3, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

Offerings

Reported Earlier, Viper Energy Prices Upsized $1.1B Offering Of 24.64M Class A Common Stock At $44.50/Share

Viper Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) ("Viper") announced today the launch of an underwritten public offering of 22,000,000 shares of its Class A common stock, subject to market and other conditions (the "Primary Offering"). The underwriters will have an option to purchase up to an additional 3,300,000 shares of Class A common stock from Viper in the Primary Offering.
Viper intends to use the net proceeds from the Primary Offering to fund a portion of the cash consideration for its previously announced pending acquisition of all of the equity interests of certain mineral and royalty-interest owning subsidiaries of Viper's parent, Diamondback Energy, Inc. (the "Pending Drop Down"), if it closes. If the Pending Drop Down does not close, Viper will use the net proceeds from the Primary Offering for general corporate purposes.

Viper Energy Launches Offering Of 22M Shares Of Class A Common Stock

Diamondback Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FANG#NASDAQ">FANG</a>) ("Diamondback" or the "Company") today announced that it has entered into a definitive purchase agreement with Viper Energy, Inc. ("Viper"), a subsidiary of Diamondback, to sell certain mineral and royalty interests from subsidiaries of Diamondback for $1 billion in cash and approximately&nbsp;69.6 million units of Viper's operating subsidiary ("OpCo", and such units the "OpCo Units") in a drop down transaction ("Drop Down"). The tax advantaged OpCo units, which will be issued together with an equal number of shares of Class B common stock of Viper, are exchangeable for shares of Class A common stock of Viper.
Based on the volume weighted average sales price of Viper's common stock for the 30-trading day period ending on January 24, 2025 of $49.55, the transaction is valued at a total of $4.45 billion. Viper expects to fund the cash portion of this transaction through a combination of cash on hand, borrowings under Viper's credit facility, and proceeds from one or more capital markets transactions, subject to market conditions and other factors.

Contracts

Asset Sales

Diamondback Enters $4.45B Deal With Viper Energy For Mineral And Royalty Interests; Sale Includes $1B Cash And 69.6M Viper OpCo Units

Viper Energy's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NYSE">VNOM</a>) short percent of float has risen 7.29% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 6.32 million shares sold short, which is 7.06% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 6.97 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Viper Energy Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737036916_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Viper Energy has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Viper Energy's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Viper Energy's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 6.53%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Short Sellers

Short Ideas

How Is The Market Feeling About Viper Energy?

Truist Securities analyst Neal Dingmann maintains Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $64 to $71.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Viper Energy, Raises Price Target to $71

Across the recent three months, 13 analysts have shared their insights on Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $60.54, with a high estimate of $70.00 and a low estimate of $51.00. This current average reflects an increase of 12.74% from the previous average price target of $53.70. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1736337634_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Viper Energy is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Stephen Richardson</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tim Rezvan</td>
<td>Keybanc</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Arun Jayaram</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$51.00</td>
<td>$43.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neil Mehta</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kalei Akamine</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Freeman</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Betty Jiang</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$58.00</td>
<td>$52.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Neal Dingmann</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
<td>$54.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Leo Mariani</td>
<td>Roth MKM</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$53.00</td>
<td>$46.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Lear</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
<td>$57.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Viper Energy. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Viper Energy compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Viper Energy's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Viper Energy's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VNOM/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Viper Energy analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Viper Energy</h2>
Viper Energy Inc is focused on owning and acquiring mineral and royalty interests in oil and natural gas properties primarily in the Permian Basin. The Permian Basin is known to have a number of zones of oil and natural gas-bearing rock throughout.
<h3>Key Indicators: Viper Energy's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Reflecting a smaller scale, the company's market capitalization is positioned below industry averages. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Challenges: Viper Energy's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -28.54%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Viper Energy's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 23.3%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Viper Energy's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.92% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 1.2%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 0.59, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Breaking Down Viper Energy: 13 Analysts Share Their Views

Evercore ISI Group analyst Stephen Richardson maintains Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $45 to $58.

Evercore ISI Group Maintains Outperform on Viper Energy, Raises Price Target to $58

Viper Energy's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NYSE">VNOM</a>) short percent of float has fallen 11.22% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 6.30 million shares sold short, which is 7.04% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 8.36 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Viper Energy Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735068608_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Viper Energy has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Viper Energy's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Viper Energy's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.25%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Looking Into Viper Energy's Recent Short Interest

Piper Sandler analyst Mark Lear maintains Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $64 to $63.

Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Viper Energy, Lowers Price Target to $63

Keybanc analyst Tim Rezvan upgrades Viper Energy (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VNOM#NASDAQ">VNOM</a>) from Sector Weight to Overweight and announces $62 price target.

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Keybanc Upgrades Viper Energy to Overweight, Announces $62 Price Target

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