SM Energy

SM

Market cap $7.3B

SM Energy (SM) merger integration has exceeded expectations, with increased synergy targets and operational outperformance in Q1. Despite strong capital efficiency and a raised dividend, SM carries the highest leverage among top-10 US independents, impacting valuation and FCF sensitivity. SM trades at a deep earnings discount to peers, but high debt keeps its EV/EBITDA elevated; FCF yield stands at 8.2%.

SM Energy (SM) concluded the recent trading session at $28.34, signifying a -2.65% move from its prior day's close.

DENVER, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SM Energy Company (the "Company" or "SM") (NYSE: SM) today announced that it plans to release second quarter 2026 financial and operating results after market close on August 5, 2026. The Company will hold a conference call to discuss results on August 6, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.

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SM Energy (SM) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

In the latest trading session, SM Energy (SM) closed at $25.73, marking a -1.42% move from the previous day.

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SM Energy is rated Strong Buy, trading at a 70% sector discount despite robust asset growth and operational improvements. Recent mergers and acquisitions, notably Civitas and Uinta Basin, have expanded SM's asset base to 800,000 net acres, boosting oil and NGL output. Derivative losses, primarily inherited from Civitas, temporarily cap crude upside but are expected to reverse by 2027, unlocking further value.

SM Energy (SM) closed the most recent trading day at $26.49, moving 3.36% from the previous trading session.