Chord Energy Corp is a leading independent oil and natural gas producer, primarily operating within the strategic Bakken formation in North Dakota. The company emphasizes maximizing shareholder returns through disciplined capital management and operational excellence, resulting in strong cash flow generation and a diversified asset portfolio that mitigates market volatility risks. Committed to sustainability, Chord Energy harnesses advanced technologies to enhance the efficiency of its exploration and production operations. As the energy landscape transforms, the company is strategically positioned to capitalize on new market opportunities, ensuring sustained growth and a competitive advantage in the sector.
| Revenue (TTM) | $6.32B |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $3.23B |
| EBITDA | $2.75B |
| Operating Margin | 16.30% |
| Return on Equity | 11.00% |
| Return on Assets | 5.52% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $111.25 |
| Book Value | $153.97 |
| Price-to-Book | 0.86 |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 1.16 |
| EV/Revenue | 1.165 |
| EV/EBITDA | 2.80 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | 45.60% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | 29.00% |
| Shares Outstanding | $53.69M |
| Float | $53.18M |
| % Insiders | 0.62% |
| % Institutions | 105.81% |
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Chord Energy NASDAQ: CHRD reported approximately $442 million in adjusted free cash flow for the third quarter of 2026 and said it returned the majority to shareholders, as stronger base production and operating efficiencies supported a higher production outlook.
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HOUSTON, Nov. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Chord Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: CHRD) ("Chord," "Chord Energy," or the "Company") today reported financial and operating results for the third quarter 2026. Key Takeaways and Updates: Operational Strength: Cash Flow from Operations and Adjusted Free Cash Flow(1) exceeded expectations in 3Q26, supported by production volumes above the high-end of guidance and strong price realizations; Raising Volumes & Adjusted Free Cash Flow Estimates: Strong operational performance led Chord to increase FY26 oil volumes ~1% to 162.5 MBopd and FY26 Adjusted Free Cash Flow expectations increased by ~$200MM since the August outlook; Shareholder Returns: Returned capital through the $1.30/share base dividend and $205MM of share repurchases at an average price of $135.74/share during 3Q26 with another $78MM repurchased in 4Q26 as of October 30, 2026 at an average price of $146.84/share; Marketing Optimization: Executed numerous third-party marketing agreements YTD, which are expected to deliver $35MM-$55MM annualized Adjusted Free Cash Flow savings over time, and also identified additional small-scale midstream investment opportunities.
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Chord Energy Corp. CHRD is set to report third-quarter 2026 results on Nov. 4, after the closing bell.
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