Civitas Resources: Upgrading To Buy On Transformational Merger With SM Energy

Civitas Resources and SM Energy are merging in a $12.8B deal, forming a top-10 US oil producer. The merger targets $200–$300M in annual synergies, debt reduction to 1.0x leverage by 2027, and operational scale benefits. Risks include geographic dispersion, limited operational overlap, inventory quality concerns, and reduced dividends for CIVI shareholders.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 10, 2025

Is Trending Stock SM Energy Company (SM) a Buy Now?

Zacks.com users have recently been watching SM Energy (SM) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 5, 2025

SM Energy (SM) Up 4.5% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

SM Energy (SM) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 3, 2025

SM Energy Company (SM) Presents at Bank of America Leveraged Finance Conference Transcript

SM Energy Company (SM) Presents at Bank of America Leveraged Finance Conference Transcript

Seeking Alpha • Dec 2, 2025

Meet 33 Ideal "Safer" November Small/MidCap Value DiviBuys Of The S&P600

The S&P 600 Small/MidCap index offers high-yield dividend opportunities, with 33 out of 53 top-yielding stocks meeting both the 'safer' and IDEAL dividend Dogcatcher criteria. Top ten S&P600 dividend 'dogs' are projected to deliver 24% to 93% net gains by November 2026, based on analyst targets and current yields. Stocks like KNTK, SM, CRGY, and DEI stand out for strong total return potential, but investors should beware of negative free cash flow in some high-yield picks.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 26, 2025

Is Most-Watched Stock SM Energy Company (SM) Worth Betting on Now?

Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to SM Energy (SM). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 24, 2025

SM ENERGY ANNOUNCES ADDITIONAL DETAILS ON PLANNED MERGER WITH CIVITAS AND PARTICIPATION IN UPCOMING INVESTOR CONFERENCES

DENVER , Nov. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SM Energy Company ("SM Energy" or the "Company") (NYSE: SM) and Civitas Resources, Inc. ("Civitas") (NYSE: CIVI) today announce additional details in connection with their planned merger (the "Transaction"). In addition to the details below, SM Energy and Civitas have posted a presentation to each of their respective websites.

PRNewsWire • Nov 17, 2025

This Stock Has A 4.14% Yield And Sells For Less Than Book

SM Energy has been named as a Top 10 dividend paying energy stock, according to Dividend Channel, which published its weekly ''DividendRank'' report. The report noted that among energy companies, SM shares displayed both attractive valuation metrics and strong profitability metrics.

Forbes • Nov 12, 2025

SM Energy Company (SM) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know

Zacks.com users have recently been watching SM Energy (SM) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.

Zacks Investment Research • Nov 11, 2025

Civitas Resources Reports Strong Third Quarter 2025 Financial and Operating Results

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Civitas Resources, Inc. (NYSE: CIVI) (the "Company" or "Civitas") today reported its third quarter 2025 financial and operating results. Civitas' third quarter 2025 earnings webcast and conference call scheduled for Friday, November 7, 2025, has been cancelled as a result of the merger announcement with SM Energy Company (NYSE: SM) ("SM Energy"). Key Highlights Third quarter results exceeded expectations, with higher production and lower cash operating expenses contribu.

Business Wire • Nov 6, 2025