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On Tuesday, Evercore ISI updated its financial outlook for Gulfport Energy (OTC:GPORQ) Corporation (NYSE:GPOR), increasing the price target to $190 from the previous $170 while retaining an In Line rating. Currently trading at $164.47, the stock sits below the broader analyst consensus target range of $170-$257. According to InvestingPro analysis, the stock appears undervalued based on its Fair Value calculations. The firm's analyst cited recent commodity prices and discussions with the company as the basis for the revision. The updated projections reflect Gulfport Energy's performance in the first quarter and the company's strategic plans for the coming years.
Gulfport Energy, which began the year operating three rigs, has reduced its count to two and anticipates transitioning to a single rig shortly, aligning with its previously disclosed strategy. With a market capitalization of $2.94 billion and operating with a moderate debt level, the company maintains operational flexibility. The company is expected to share initial results from a four-well condensate pad that started production towards the end of the first quarter, potentially contributing to oil production growth in the second quarter.
The outlook for 2025 remains consistent with expectations set earlier, including a capital program that is expected to drive production growth around the middle of the year. The shift towards liquids is anticipated to improve margin stability. Looking ahead to 2026, the focus may return to dry gas, influenced by uncertainties in the market, such as the situation with China's LPG imports.
Financial projections for Gulfport Energy's first quarter include earnings per share (EPS) of $4.32 and net income of $78.6 million. The estimated EBITDA for the quarter stands at $194 million, contributing to the trailing twelve-month EBITDA of $464.49 million. The company's capital expenditures for 2026 are expected to remain relatively stable, with natural gas production projected to increase by approximately 3-4% from the end of 2025 to the end of 2026, representing a year-over-year growth of about 10%. For deeper insights into Gulfport Energy's financial health and growth prospects, InvestingPro subscribers can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report, which includes detailed analysis of key metrics and future outlook.
In other recent news, Gulfport Energy reported its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings, revealing a mixed financial performance. The company exceeded earnings per share (EPS) expectations with $4.74, surpassing the forecasted $4.32. However, Gulfport Energy's revenue significantly missed projections, coming in at $239.87 million compared to the anticipated $334.06 million. Despite the revenue shortfall, the company maintains a strong liquidity position with $900 million in cash as of the end of 2024. Analysts at TD Cowen slightly raised Gulfport Energy's stock target to $187, maintaining a Hold rating, after the earnings release. Meanwhile, BofA Securities adjusted its price target on Gulfport Energy to $224 from $227, reaffirming a Buy rating based on the company's strong financial outlook and free cash flow potential. Gulfport Energy's financial strategies, including share buybacks, were highlighted as a key factor in their valuation assessment. The company plans to sustain flat total production while increasing liquids production by 30% in 2025, focusing on operational efficiencies and cost reductions.
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