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PrimeEnergy Resources Corporation PNRG
Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas · SIC 1311 · Vertical: Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas (SIC 1311)
PrimeEnergy Resources Corporation is an independent oil and natural gas company that develops mainly horizontal wells in the Midland Basin of West Texas and in Oklahoma. In 2025 it invested about 96 million USD in 48 horizontal wells, and it keeps its focus on liquidity and financial flexibility in a volatile price environment.
At the close of 05 Nov 2026, PrimeEnergy Resources Corporation (PNRG) stock was 180.84 USD (−4.87% on the day), with market capitalisation 286.2 m USD, P/E 17.5 on diluted EPS of 10.36 USD over the last 12 months, beta 0.96, 52-week range 133.33–272.59 USD. Latest reported quarter (Q2 2026): revenue of 42.5 m USD (+1.2% YoY), net income of 6.5 m USD (+102.3% YoY), diluted EPS 2.75 USD.
Data as of · AI analysis dated · Source: SEC filings and closing prices, computed by olivLaw.
Price history
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Technical reading
- RSI (14)
- 31.2
- weak (30–45)
- Bollinger (20, 2)
- 186.70 – 234.38
- below the lower band · %B -0.12 · band width 22.6%
- SMA 50 / 200
- 209.90 / 203.67
- mixed trend
- MACD (12, 26, 9)
- -2.86 / 0.76
- MACD below signal
Indicators describe past prices; on their own they do not predict direction. On our history the RSI ≤ 40 filter added no return (see the signals methodology).
Performance
| Company | S&P 500 | vs S&P 500 | Vertical median | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 month | −14.0% | −5.9% | −8.0 pp | — |
| 3 months | −1.0% | −4.6% | +3.6 pp | — |
| 6 months | −20.7% | +0.2% | −20.9 pp | — |
| Year to date | +5.8% | +7.4% | −1.7 pp | — |
| 1 year | +35.6% | +8.2% | +27.4 pp | +13.3% |
| 3 years | +74.6% | +68.4% | +6.2 pp | −4.7% |
| 5 years | +158.7% | +56.5% | +102.2 pp | — |
Price returns, dividends excluded.
Quarterly results
Latest quarter: Q2 2026 · 30 Jun 2026
Quarterly margins
Quarterly statements · USD
| Fiscal year | Q3 '24 | Q4 '24 | Q1 '25 | Q2 '25 | Q3 '25 | Q4 '25 | Q1 '26 | Q2 '26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 69.5 m | 60.5 m | 50.1 m | 42.0 m | 46.0 m | 51.0 m | 39.4 m | 42.5 m |
| Cost of revenue | 3.1 m | 736.0 k | 1.9 m | 1.2 m | 2.0 m | 1.1 m | 1.2 m | 1.4 m |
| Depreciation & amortisation | 18.2 m | 30.7 m | 20.4 m | 20.8 m | 14.1 m | 20.5 m | 16.7 m | 15.9 m |
| Interest expense | 414.0 k | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Pre-tax income | 28.1 m | 4.1 m | 11.4 m | 4.2 m | 13.3 m | 1.6 m | 5.2 m | 8.0 m |
| Income tax | 6.0 m | 1.8 m | 2.2 m | 952.0 k | 2.7 m | -1.7 m | 892.0 k | 1.5 m |
| Net income | 22.1 m | 2.3 m | 9.1 m | 3.2 m | 10.6 m | 3.4 m | 4.3 m | 6.5 m |
| Diluted EPS | 8.80 | 0.92 ≈ | 3.72 | 1.33 | 4.38 | 1.41 ≈ | 1.82 | 2.75 |
| Operating cash flow | 50.8 m ≈ | 23.9 m | 38.2 m | -8.3 m ≈ | 54.7 m ≈ | 12.2 m | 16.1 m | 15.4 m ≈ |
| Capex | — | — | 34.7 m | -6.0 m ≈ | — | — | 1.5 m | 727.0 k ≈ |
| Share repurchases | 4.5 m ≈ | 3.2 m | 7.1 m | 2.9 m ≈ | 2.0 m ≈ | 1.5 m | 2.6 m | 5.5 m ≈ |
≈ derived quarter (cumulative difference / share-days average)
E/P over time
E/P = trailing-12-month diluted EPS / price at quarter end. E/P is the inverse of P/E and stays defined when earnings are negative.
Today's P/E sits at the 75 percentile of its own 32-quarter history (min 3.7, median 9.8, max 175.9; quarters with earnings only).
Fiscal years
| Fiscal year | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 118.1 m | 104.8 m | 58.4 m | 72.5 m | 157.1 m | 132.8 m | 237.8 m | 189.1 m |
| Revenue YoY | +32.2% | −11.2% | −44.3% | +24.0% | +116.8% | −15.5% | +79.0% | −20.5% |
| Net income | 14.5 m | 3.5 m | -2.3 m | 2.1 m | 48.7 m | 28.1 m | 55.4 m | 26.3 m |
| Net income YoY | −65.4% | −76.1% | −166.6% | unavailable | +2,219.5% | −42.3% | +97.1% | −52.5% |
| Diluted EPS | 5.11 | 1.25 | -1.16 | 0.76 | 17.95 | 10.77 | 21.95 | 10.86 |
| Diluted EPS YoY | −64.0% | −75.5% | −192.8% | unavailable | +2,261.8% | −40.0% | +103.8% | −50.5% |
| net % | 12.3% | 3.3% | -4.0% | 2.9% | 31.0% | 21.2% | 23.3% | 13.9% |
| Free cash flow | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | unavailable | -3.3 m | 20.8 m |
Reported results vs expectations
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Balance sheet & financial health
Fiscal year 2025 · 31 Dec 2025
- Cash
- 7.4 m USD
- Financial debt
- 0 USD
- Net debt
- -7.4 m USD
- Equity
- 215.7 m USD
- Total assets
- 323.9 m USD
- Debt / equity
- 0.00x
- Current ratio
- 0.74x
- ROE
- 12.6%
- ROA
- 8.1%
- FCF margin
- 11.0%
Financial statements (source on every figure)
Revenue and net income (USD)
Margins
Income statement · USD
| Line | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Source (latest year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 58.4 m | 72.5 m | 157.1 m | 132.8 m | 237.8 m | 189.1 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Cost of revenue | 9.0 m | 9.2 m | 11.1 m | 11.7 m | 9.1 m | 6.2 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Gross profit | 49.4 m ≈ | 63.3 m ≈ | 146.0 m ≈ | 121.1 m ≈ | 228.7 m ≈ | 182.9 m ≈ | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026derived |
| Operating income | -980.0 k | 5.0 m | 59.7 m | — | — | — | SEC (XBRL)· 17 Apr 2023verified |
| Depreciation & amortisation | 28.2 m | 26.3 m | 27.4 m | 31.0 m | 76.5 m | 75.7 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| EBITDA | 27.2 m ≈ | 31.3 m ≈ | 87.1 m ≈ | — | — | — | SEC (XBRL)· 17 Apr 2023derived |
| Pre-tax income | -2.9 m | 4.6 m | 59.0 m | 34.2 m | 71.2 m | 30.5 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Income tax | -517.0 k | 2.5 m | 10.3 m | 6.1 m | 15.8 m | 4.2 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Net income | -2.3 m | 2.1 m | 48.7 m | 28.1 m | 55.4 m | 26.3 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Diluted EPS | -1.16 | 0.76 | 17.95 | 10.77 | 21.95 | 10.86 | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Weighted average diluted shares | 2.0 m | 2.7 m | 2.7 m | 2.6 m | 2.5 m | 2.4 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
≈ computed by olivLaw from the reported lines of the same year: Revenue − Cost of revenue; Operating income + Depreciation & amortisation.
Balance sheet · USD
| Line | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Source (latest year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cash | 996.0 k | 10.3 m | 26.5 m | 11.1 m | 2.5 m | 7.4 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Receivables | 7.2 m | 14.2 m | 12.1 m | 20.3 m | 24.3 m | 19.4 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Current assets | 8.9 m | 25.3 m | 72.2 m | 31.8 m | 28.3 m | 27.7 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Property, plant & equipment, net | 191.1 m | 184.7 m | 4.5 m | 3.2 m | 1.9 m | 1.6 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Total assets | 200.5 m | 210.9 m | 247.1 m | 288.6 m | 324.6 m | 323.9 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Accounts payable | 5.2 m | 7.3 m | 11.5 m | 15.4 m | 16.3 m | 11.0 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Short-term debt | 487.0 k | — | — | — | — | — | SEC (XBRL)· 26 Apr 2021verified |
| Long-term debt | 38.3 m | 36.0 m | 11.0 m | 0 | 4.0 m | 0 | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Current liabilities | 14.1 m | 21.7 m | 41.0 m | 64.8 m | 49.7 m | 37.4 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Total liabilities | 102.5 m | 111.8 m | 106.8 m | 127.6 m | 121.7 m | 108.2 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Equity | 98.0 m | 99.1 m | 140.4 m | 161.0 m | 202.9 m † | 215.7 m † | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Shares outstanding at year end | — | — | — | — | 1.7 m | — | SEC (XBRL)· 15 Apr 2025verified |
† equity attributable to the parent's shareholders: in these years the issuer no longer reports the total including non-controlling interests.
Cash flow · USD
| Line | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Source (latest year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating cash flow | 16.4 m | 28.6 m | 33.1 m | 109.0 m | 115.9 m | 96.7 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Capex | — | — | — | — | 119.2 m | 76.0 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Free cash flow | — | — | — | — | -3.3 m ≈ | 20.8 m ≈ | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026derived |
| Investing cash flow | 339.0 k | -19.2 m | 15.5 m | -105.7 m | -115.0 m | -74.3 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Financing cash flow | -16.7 m | -18.0 k | -32.4 m | -18.8 m | -9.4 m | -17.6 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
| Share repurchases | 710.0 k | 145.0 k | 7.4 m | 7.5 m | 13.4 m | 13.6 m | SEC (XBRL)· 16 Apr 2026verified |
≈ computed by olivLaw from the reported lines of the same year: Operating cash flow − Capex.
Computed indicators
Growth
Profitability
Returns
Balance sheet
Liquidity
Cash
Efficiency
Market and valuation
Risk
Valuation
olivLaw classification
- score weight coverage: 58.3% of at least 60%
A scoring methodology on indicators and valuation, not investment advice.
Closing price
05 Nov 2026Source: olivLaw, closing series
Market cap: 286.2 m USD
Key indicators
Coverage and freshness
Score by group
58% · Insufficient data
Estimated value range
The combined range = the median of the valid methods' low, central and high values; it is not a probability interval and does not cover every result. Envelope of all methods: 78.59 – 119.72 USD.
Valuation assumptions are editorial choices, not measured; beta is not measured.
Method ranges (USD per share)
— — Mid · ▏ Price
Valuation methods
- DCF (discounted cash flow)unavailable · the reported interest expense is far older than the latest period (the filer changed its XBRL tag): a stale figure is not used
- Peers: EV/EBITDAunavailable · input data missing
- Peers: P/E78.59 – 119.72 (Mid 92.84)22 companies used · median multiple 9.0x · quartiles 7.6x – 11.6xAMPY, ANNA, APA, AR, BKV, CHRD, DEC, DVN, EOG, EQT, EXE, HESM, KGEI, MTDR, MXC, OVV, OXY, PARR, PR, SD, SM, TTE
- Dividend discount (DDM)unavailable · the company pays no dividend: a dividend model needs an explicit initiation assumption
Classification (SIC) comparables group by industry code, not by economic activity; the direct group is an editorial selection by activity. Members' multiples are on their own trailing twelve months, at their own latest close.
Assumptions (illustrative, editorial)
- Risk-free rate
- 4.3%
- Equity risk premium
- 5.0%
- Beta (default)
- 1.00
- Cost of equity
- 9.3%
- Terminal growth
- 2.5%
Factor scorecard
Insufficient data
Minimum-evidence gate: score weight coverage: 58.3% of at least 60%
| Factor | Value | Score | Weight used |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROIC · Quality | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| Net margin · Quality | 13.9% | 63 (vs peers) | 11% |
| FCF conversion · Quality | 196.5% | 100 (on a fixed band) | 11% |
| Revenue CAGR 3Y · Growth | 6.4% | 53 (on a fixed band) | 14% |
| EPS CAGR 3Y · Growth | -15.4% | 0 (on a fixed band) | 14% |
| Net debt / EBITDA · Balance sheet | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| Interest coverage · Balance sheet | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| Current ratio · Balance sheet | 1.5x | 57 (on a fixed band) | 7% |
| P/E (TTM) · Valuation | 17.5x | 15 (vs peers) | 18% |
| EV/EBITDA · Valuation | unavailable | unavailable | — |
| FCF yield · Valuation | 17.0% | 100 (on a fixed band) | 14% |
| Shareholder yield (distributions) · Returns | 4.1% | 58 (on a fixed band) | 11% |
| Payout ratio (FCF) · Returns | unavailable | unavailable | — |
Factors without a value were dropped; the remaining weights were renormalised.
Score groups
- Balance sheet· partial57/100 · 1/3 factors with a value
- Growth27/100 · 2/2 factors with a value
- Quality82/100 · 2/3 factors with a value
- Returns· partial58/100 · 1/2 factors with a value
- Valuation53/100 · 2/3 factors with a value
A «partial» group is computed from under half of its weight or from one factor: it is not a full assessment of the group.
Memo
PrimeEnergy Resources Corporation (PNRG). Latest full fiscal year: 2025; data up to 2026-06-30.
Figures computed from the financial statements: revenue 189.1 m USD in 2025; YoY growth -20.5%; net margin 13.9%; ROE 11.7%.
The estimated value range is 78.59–119.72 USD per share (median of 1 methods, agreement: single method); assumptions are illustrative. Against the central value of 92.84 USD, the price of 180.84 USD leaves a potential of -48.7% (value / price − 1) and a margin of safety of -94.8% (1 − price / value). The range is the median of the methods' low, central and high values, not a probability interval.
Insufficient data for a verdict (score weight coverage: 58.3% of at least 60%).
Text generated deterministically from the figures shown; no language model. Not investment advice.
What supports the thesis
- FCF conversion: 196.5%
- FCF yield: 17.0%
What contradicts it
- EPS CAGR 3Y: -15.4%
- P/E (TTM): 17.5x
- The price is above the estimated value range
Not assessed (insufficient data or a ratio without meaning): ROIC, Net debt / EBITDA, Interest coverage, EV/EBITDA, Payout ratio (FCF).
Versus the vertical median
Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas (SIC 1311) · same industry (4-digit SIC) · compared with 39 companies
Multiples and returns vs the median
Price rebased to 100 (monthly, 5 years)
Companies in the vertical
| Market cap | P/E | ROE | Net margin | Revenue YoY | 1A / 3A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHELShell plc | 569.7 bn | 31.9 | 10.1% | 6.7% | −6.1% | +36% / +52% |
| TTETotalEnergies SE | 195.8 bn | 15.4 | 11.3% | 6.5% | −6.2% | +35% / +30% |
| PBRPetrobras - Petroleo Brasileiro SA | 139.9 bn | 32.4 | 10.9% | 8.2% | −10.7% | +50% / +23% |
| EOGEog Resources, Inc. | 75.1 bn | 9.4 | 25.8% | 27.5% | −4.5% | +34% / +18% |
| OXYOccidental Petroleum Corporation | 56.3 bn | 8.5 | 18.9% | 33.7% | −1.9% | +34% / −5% |
| FANGDiamondback Energy, Inc. | 50.1 bn | 24.5 | 5.3% | 11.0% | +35.8% | +18% / +16% |
| DVNDevon Energy Corp | 47.2 bn | 10.2 | 11.5% | 16.7% | +7.8% | +16% / −5% |
| EQTEqt Corporation | 31.7 bn | 12.0 | 10.9% | 28.4% | +63.9% | −17% / +27% |
| EXEExpand Energy Corporation | 19.7 bn | 7.4 | 14.6% | 19.8% | +186.3% | −30% / +6% |
| PRPermian Resources Corporation | 17.9 bn | 11.1 | 14.3% | 25.0% | +1.3% | +47% / +62% |
| OVVOvintiv Inc. | 16.4 bn | 12.3 | 12.1% | 12.8% | −2.7% | +49% / +37% |
| APAApa Corporation | 14.6 bn | 7.1 | 33.0% | — | unavailable | +74% / +21% |
| ARAntero Resources Corporation | 11.2 bn | 8.2 | 17.6% | 21.7% | +22.0% | −0% / +54% |
| CHRDChord Energy Corporation | 7.0 bn | 8.3 | 11.0% | 13.4% | −7.1% | +41% / −18% |
| SMSm Energy Co | 7.0 bn | 7.2 | 15.0% | 13.7% | +17.2% | +56% / −21% |
| MTDRMatador Resources Company | 6.2 bn | 8.6 | 12.8% | 19.9% | +5.5% | +18% / −14% |
| HESMHess Midstream LP | 3.9 bn | 10.3 | — | 23.5% | +8.4% | −10% / −7% |
| PARRPar Pacific Holdings, Inc. | 3.4 bn | 3.6 | 50.9% | 9.8% | −6.4% | +50% / +100% |
| TALOTalos Energy Inc. | 2.4 bn | — | -18.1% | -18.4% | −9.8% | +28% / +5% |
| NOGNorthern Oil And Gas, Inc. | 2.4 bn | — | -22.1% | -25.4% | +11.2% | −1% / −41% |
| BKVBkv Corporation | 2.0 bn | 8.6 | 10.9% | 15.6% | +9.9% | −34% / unavailable |
| KOSKosmos Energy Ltd. | 1.3 bn | — | -58.8% | -27.4% | −23.1% | +96% / −68% |
| DECDiversified Energy Company | 905.2 m | 16.0 | 11.0% | 4.9% | +141.5% | −15% / +1,373% |
| TTITETRA Technologies, Inc. | 863.9 m | 94.9 | 2.5% | 1.4% | +5.3% | −25% / +23% |
| AESIAtlas Energy Solutions Inc. | 666.4 m | — | -12.1% | -13.0% | +3.7% | −38% / −69% |
1- and 3-year price returns: for PNRG from daily closes (the same as the performance table), for the other companies from month-end closes.
olivLaw engine forecast
The world engine ran after the company's latest material disclosure. Probabilities are of TOUCHING a level within the horizon (not closing there) and sit next to the random walk (p_rw), the no-information benchmark.
The engine has no published run for this company yet.
Valuation scenarios (editable assumptions)
Illustrative scenarios
Illustrative: not forecasts and without probabilities. Each case is one coherent set of assumptions, computed on today's figures.
Estimated price (USD)
| Estimated price | Bear | Base | Bull |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 years | 164.80 Total return -9% · Per year -9% | 291.10 Total return 61% · Per year 61% | 438.12 Total return 142% · Per year 142% |
| 3 years | 165.99 Total return -8% · Per year -3% | 329.32 Total return 82% · Per year 22% | 543.34 Total return 200% · Per year 44% |
| 5 years | 167.18 Total return -8% · Per year -2% | 372.56 Total return 106% · Per year 16% | 673.84 Total return 273% · Per year 30% |
- Exit P/E± 82.33
- Net margin± 57.63
- Annual revenue growth± 46.48
- Annual dilution± 4.84
AI analysis
AI-generatedAI-generated analysis (Claude) from cited public sources; it may contain errors. Not investment advice. As of 27 Oct 2026 · Model: claude-haiku-5-5.
In brief
PrimeEnergy Resources Corporation is an independent oil and natural gas company that develops mainly horizontal wells in the Midland Basin of West Texas and in Oklahoma. In 2025 it invested about 96 million USD in 48 horizontal wells, and it keeps its focus on liquidity and financial flexibility in a volatile price environment 1.
SWOT
Strengths
- The company has a conservative balance sheet and access to a revolving credit facility, giving it financial flexibility in periods of low prices.
- It operates a large number of wells and owns its own well-servicing equipment, giving operational control over many assets.
- Its diversified portfolio of drilling interests alongside several operators may reduce the risk of any single project.
Weaknesses
- Revenue depends almost entirely on oil and gas prices, and spot sales amplify the volatility of cash flow.
- Many interests are minority stakes, and the company depends on partner operators for the pace of development.
- The West Virginia acreage produces no revenue yet and the offshore pipeline is idle, meaning some assets are non-productive.
Opportunities
- Further development of several producing intervals in the Midland Basin could generate additional profitable wells in the coming years.
- The idle offshore pipeline could gain value if producers in the area need transport capacity.
- The West Virginia acreage could generate revenue if development begins.
Threats
- A prolonged fall in oil or gas prices could shrink the borrowing base and reduce financing capacity.
- Climate and methane regulation could raise costs or delay permits.
- Financial difficulties of purchasers or third-party operators could delay payments and joint projects.
Risks
- Commodity price volatilityhigh
Revenue and cash flow depend on oil and gas prices, which can swing sharply; a prolonged decline could affect investment and reserves.
- Borrowing basehigh
The credit line's borrowing base can be reduced at semi-annual reviews, which could limit access to funds and require repayments.
- Financial covenantsmedium
The company must meet financial covenants; a deterioration in prices could lead to a breach and accelerated repayment of debt.
- Reliance on partnersmedium
Many wells are operated by third parties, and their delays or financial difficulties could postpone projects and affect cash flow.
- Insurance coveragelow
Insurance does not cover all operating risks and there is no business interruption cover, so a major incident could cause significant losses.
Investment thesis
What would need to be true (bull case)
- If prices stay at favorable levels, development in the Midland Basin could generate significant cash flow and reserve growth.
- The conservative balance sheet and available credit line could allow the company to fund its development program without excessive exposure.
- Undeveloped assets such as the West Virginia acreage and the offshore pipeline could add value if market conditions improve.
What would break the thesis
- If oil prices fall again, the borrowing base could be reduced and the company could be forced to scale back its investment program.
- Reliance on third-party operators and minority interests could limit control over the pace of development and costs.
- Regulatory and public pressure on the oil industry could raise costs and delay projects.
What to watch
- Outcome of the borrowing base review of the credit facilityJune 2026
- Trend in WTI and Henry Hub prices compared with 2025 levelsQ3 2026
- Timing and pace of new wells in Reagan County and Upton County2026-2027
- Possible resumption of development in West Virginia or reuse of the offshore pipelinenext 10-K
Products, market & competition
AI-generatedAI-generated analysis (Claude) from cited public sources; it may contain errors. Not investment advice. As of 27 Oct 2026 · Model: claude-haiku-5-5.
The business
The company, organized in 1973 under Delaware law, acquires, develops and produces oil and natural gas in Texas and Oklahoma. Through the subsidiaries Prime Operating Company and EOWS Midland Company it acts as operator and provides well-servicing support for its own wells and for third parties 1. As of December 31 2025 proved reserves were 28,388 MBOE, of which 82.3% were proved developed 1.
The main strategy is responsible development of reserves through horizontal drilling, which the company says delivers better economics than vertical drilling, with higher production rates and a smaller surface footprint 1. The company aims to keep a strong balance sheet and ample liquidity, and for 2026 plans to preserve financial flexibility, possibly adjusting its capital program or divesting non-strategic assets 1.
The company also holds a 12.5% overriding royalty interest in over 30,000 acres in West Virginia, which currently produces no revenue, and a currently idle 60-mile offshore pipeline on the Texas shelf 1. It currently operates 508 wells, most with a majority interest 1.
Segments
Oil and gas production
The core activity is developing reserves in the Midland Basin of West Texas, where the company invested about 305 million USD in horizontal wells between 2023 and 2025, with annual amounts of 96, 113 and again 96 million USD 1. Interests are often minority stakes alongside operators such as Double Eagle, Civitas or Apache 1.
Market context
Oil and gas prices largely determine the company's revenue. The WTI average was 65.34 USD per barrel in 2025, versus 75.48 USD in 2024, and Henry Hub gas averaged 3.39 USD per MMBTU in 2025 1. Most production is sold at spot prices, so price volatility directly affects cash flow 1.
Because some operations are outside major markets, realized prices also depend on regional conditions and pipeline capacity 12. The company occasionally uses derivative instruments to limit price exposure 2.
Trends
- Horizontal drilling in the Midland Basintailwind
Development of several producing intervals in the Midland Basin provides potential for roughly 100 further horizontal locations, and the company has identified projects planned for 2026-2027 1.
- Oil price volatilityheadwind
Oil and gas prices fluctuate sharply, and a prolonged decline could reduce economic production and reserves, with knock-on effects on the borrowing base 1.
- Regulatory and climate pressureheadwind
Public opinion and rules on hydraulic fracturing and emissions could delay permits or raise operating costs, while also potentially restricting access to capital 1.
- Revolving credit facilitymixed
The credit line, maturing in December 2028, gives liquidity support, but the borrowing base could fall if prices or reserves decline, which could limit access to funds 12.
Competitive position
The company competes with other independent oil and gas producers in the Permian and Oklahoma for acreage, equipment and drilling services. Its modest asset base and reliance on third parties to operate some properties limit its competitive position 1.
Joint-venture partners such as Double Eagle, Civitas, Apache and Vital Energy are both partners and competitors for capital and acreage in the area, which influences the pace and cost of development 1.
- Double Eagle
Joint-venture partner and operator of many wells in Reagan County, named in the company's filings.
- Civitas
Partner in wells in Reagan County, with an average interest on the Christi tract, named in the company's filings.
- Apache
Operator of some wells in Upton County in which the company holds interests, per the company's reporting.
- Vital Energy
Operator of wells in Midland County, named as a partner in the company's reporting.
Links, dependencies and risks
Who the company is tied to, from its own SEC filings (customers, suppliers, production, partners, competitors, countries, regulation), from the 5 %+ holders' statements (13D/13G) and from what other companies say about it. Click a node for its evidence; on a listed company the graph moves to it.
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News & filings
In the press
No news in our archive over the last 180 days.
SEC filings
- Quarterly report14 Aug 2026
- Current report04 Aug 2026Material agreement · Financial statements and exhibits
- Current report11 Jun 2026Shareholder vote · Other events
- Quarterly report20 May 2026
- Proxy statement24 Apr 2026
- Annual report16 Apr 2026
- Current report27 Feb 2026Material agreement · Financial statements and exhibits
- Quarterly report19 Nov 2025
- Quarterly report19 Aug 2025
- Current report01 Jul 2025Item 4.01 · Financial statements and exhibits
Sources
- [1] Form 10-K, fiscal year ended 2025-12-31 · SEC / PrimeEnergy Resources Corporation · 16 Apr 2026
- [2] Form 10-Q, quarter ended 2026-06-30 · SEC / PrimeEnergy Resources Corporation · 14 Aug 2026
Figures computed by olivLaw from SEC filings and closing prices; the qualitative analysis is AI-generated from cited sources. Not investment advice.