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VIPER ENERGY INC-CL A (VNOM) Stock Fundamental Analysis

USA - NASDAQ:VNOM - US64361Q1013 - Common Stock

36.81 USD
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Last: 10/15/2025, 8:05:52 PM
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Fundamental Rating

5

Overall VNOM gets a fundamental rating of 5 out of 10. We evaluated VNOM against 211 industry peers in the Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels industry. While VNOM belongs to the best of the industry regarding profitability, there are some minor concerns on its financial health. VNOM is valied quite expensively at the moment, while it does show a decent growth rate.


Dividend Valuation Growth Profitability Health

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1. Profitability

1.1 Basic Checks

VNOM had positive earnings in the past year.
In the past year VNOM had a positive cash flow from operations.
Of the past 5 years VNOM 4 years were profitable.
VNOM had a positive operating cash flow in 4 of the past 5 years.
VNOM Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFVNOM Yearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCFYearly Net Income VS EBIT VS OCF VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 200M 400M 600M

1.2 Ratios

With a Return On Assets value of 3.79%, VNOM perfoms like the industry average, outperforming 55.45% of the companies in the same industry.
Looking at the Return On Equity, with a value of 10.84%, VNOM is in the better half of the industry, outperforming 64.45% of the companies in the same industry.
The Return On Invested Capital of VNOM (4.71%) is comparable to the rest of the industry.
The Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years for VNOM is significantly below the industry average of 21.53%.
The 3 year average ROIC (13.30%) for VNOM is well above the current ROIC(4.71%). The reason for the recent decline needs to be investigated.
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 3.79%
ROE 10.84%
ROIC 4.71%
ROA(3y)5.77%
ROA(5y)2.28%
ROE(3y)20.97%
ROE(5y)7.95%
ROIC(3y)13.3%
ROIC(5y)10.68%
VNOM Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICVNOM Yearly ROA, ROE, ROICYearly ROA, ROE, ROIC 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 10 -10 20 -20 -30

1.3 Margins

Looking at the Profit Margin, with a value of 37.80%, VNOM belongs to the top of the industry, outperforming 91.94% of the companies in the same industry.
VNOM's Profit Margin has improved in the last couple of years.
The Operating Margin of VNOM (59.06%) is better than 92.89% of its industry peers.
VNOM's Operating Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
The Gross Margin of VNOM (92.93%) is better than 97.16% of its industry peers.
VNOM's Gross Margin has been stable in the last couple of years.
Industry RankSector Rank
OM 59.06%
PM (TTM) 37.8%
GM 92.93%
OM growth 3Y-2.77%
OM growth 5Y0.3%
PM growth 3Y53.76%
PM growth 5Y21.85%
GM growth 3Y-0.23%
GM growth 5Y-0.14%
VNOM Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsVNOM Yearly Profit, Operating, Gross MarginsYearly Profit, Operating, Gross Margins 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 50 -50

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2. Health

2.1 Basic Checks

VNOM has a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC), which is just above the Cost of Capital (WACC), which means it is creating some value.
There is no outstanding debt for VNOM. This means it has a Debt/Equity and Debt/FCF ratio of 0 and it is amongst the best of the sector and industry.
VNOM Yearly Shares OutstandingVNOM Yearly Shares OutstandingYearly Shares Outstanding 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 50M 100M 150M
VNOM Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsVNOM Yearly Total Debt VS Total AssetsYearly Total Debt VS Total Assets 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 1B 2B 3B 4B 5B

2.2 Solvency

Based on the Altman-Z score of 1.48, we must say that VNOM is in the distress zone and has some risk of bankruptcy.
VNOM has a Altman-Z score (1.48) which is comparable to the rest of the industry.
A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.32 indicates that VNOM is not too dependend on debt financing.
VNOM has a Debt to Equity ratio (0.32) which is in line with its industry peers.
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0.32
Debt/FCF N/A
Altman-Z 1.48
ROIC/WACC0.56
WACC8.45%
VNOM Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFVNOM Yearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCFYearly LT Debt VS Equity VS FCF 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 500M 1B 1.5B

2.3 Liquidity

A Current Ratio of 6.15 indicates that VNOM has no problem at all paying its short term obligations.
With an excellent Current ratio value of 6.15, VNOM belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 92.42% of the companies in the same industry.
A Quick Ratio of 6.15 indicates that VNOM has no problem at all paying its short term obligations.
VNOM has a better Quick ratio (6.15) than 93.36% of its industry peers.
Industry RankSector Rank
Current Ratio 6.15
Quick Ratio 6.15
VNOM Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesVNOM Yearly Current Assets VS Current LiabilitesYearly Current Assets VS Current Liabilites 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 50M 100M 150M 200M

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3. Growth

3.1 Past

VNOM shows a strong negative growth in Earnings Per Share. In the last year the EPS decreased by -36.21%.
VNOM shows a strong growth in Earnings Per Share. Measured over the last years, the EPS has been growing by 20.17% yearly.
VNOM shows a small growth in Revenue. In the last year, the Revenue has grown by 6.55%.
VNOM shows a strong growth in Revenue. Measured over the last years, the Revenue has been growing by 23.60% yearly.
EPS 1Y (TTM)-36.21%
EPS 3Y51.83%
EPS 5Y20.17%
EPS Q2Q%-32.79%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)6.55%
Revenue growth 3Y19.44%
Revenue growth 5Y23.6%
Sales Q2Q%37.05%

3.2 Future

The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 2.04% on average over the next years.
VNOM is expected to show a strong growth in Revenue. In the coming years, the Revenue will grow by 23.42% yearly.
EPS Next Y-13.16%
EPS Next 2Y-6.56%
EPS Next 3Y2.04%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue Next Year60.89%
Revenue Next 2Y49.73%
Revenue Next 3Y35.84%
Revenue Next 5Y23.42%

3.3 Evolution

When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is stable.
VNOM Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesVNOM Yearly Revenue VS EstimatesYearly Revenue VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 500M 1B 1.5B 2B 2.5B
VNOM Yearly EPS VS EstimatesVNOM Yearly EPS VS EstimatesYearly EPS VS Estimates 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5

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4. Valuation

4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio

VNOM is valuated rather expensively with a Price/Earnings ratio of 19.90.
VNOM's Price/Earnings ratio is in line with the industry average.
The average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio is at 27.55. VNOM is valued slightly cheaper when compared to this.
Based on the Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 20.77, the valuation of VNOM can be described as rather expensive.
VNOM's Price/Forward Earnings is on the same level as the industry average.
VNOM's Price/Forward Earnings ratio indicates a similar valuation than the S&P500 average which is at 23.04.
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 19.9
Fwd PE 20.77
VNOM Price Earnings VS Forward Price EarningsVNOM Price Earnings VS Forward Price Earnings ChartPrice Earnings - Forward Price Earnings PE FPE 5 10 15 20 25

4.2 Price Multiples

Based on the Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio, VNOM is valued a bit more expensive than 64.45% of the companies in the same industry.
Industry RankSector Rank
P/FCF N/A
EV/EBITDA 14.63
VNOM Per share dataVNOM EPS, Sales, OCF, FCF, BookValue per sharePer Share Data Per Share 0 2 4 6 8 10

4.3 Compensation for Growth

The decent profitability rating of VNOM may justify a higher PE ratio.
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)0.99
EPS Next 2Y-6.56%
EPS Next 3Y2.04%

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5. Dividend

5.1 Amount

VNOM has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 3.49%.
Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 6.15, VNOM has a dividend in line with its industry peers.
VNOM's Dividend Yield is a higher than the S&P500 average which is at 2.43.
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 3.49%

5.2 History

On average, the dividend of VNOM grows each year by 8.80%, which is quite nice.
VNOM has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
VNOM has decreased its dividend recently.
Dividend Growth(5Y)8.8%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years1
VNOM Yearly Dividends per shareVNOM Yearly Dividends per shareYearly Dividends per share 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 0.5 1 1.5 2

5.3 Sustainability

155.68% of the earnings are spent on dividend by VNOM. This is not a sustainable payout ratio.
The dividend of VNOM is growing, but the earnings are growing slower. This means the dividend growth is not sustainable.
DP155.68%
EPS Next 2Y-6.56%
EPS Next 3Y2.04%
VNOM Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendVNOM Yearly Income VS Free CF VS DividendYearly Income VS Free CF VS Dividend 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 0 200M 400M 600M
VNOM Dividend Payout.VNOM Dividend Payout, showing the Payout Ratio.VNOM Dividend Payout.PayoutRetained Earnings

VIPER ENERGY INC-CL A

NASDAQ:VNOM (10/15/2025, 8:05:52 PM)

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36.81

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Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorEnergy
GICS IndustryGroupEnergy
GICS IndustryOil, Gas & Consumable Fuels
Earnings (Last)08-04 2025-08-04/amc
Earnings (Next)11-03 2025-11-03/amc
Inst Owners82.77%
Inst Owner Change0.04%
Ins Owners0.06%
Ins Owner Change0.2%
Market Cap12.01B
Analysts83.48
Price Target54.38 (47.73%)
Short Float %5.4%
Short Ratio4.18
Dividend
Industry RankSector Rank
Dividend Yield 3.49%
Yearly Dividend2.59
Dividend Growth(5Y)8.8%
DP155.68%
Div Incr Years1
Div Non Decr Years1
Ex-Date08-14 2025-08-14 (0.53)
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)17.28%
Min EPS beat(2)12.62%
Max EPS beat(2)21.94%
EPS beat(4)3
Avg EPS beat(4)6.58%
Min EPS beat(4)-9.78%
Max EPS beat(4)21.94%
EPS beat(8)7
Avg EPS beat(8)20.74%
EPS beat(12)10
Avg EPS beat(12)21.77%
EPS beat(16)12
Avg EPS beat(16)19.25%
Revenue beat(2)2
Avg Revenue beat(2)1.32%
Min Revenue beat(2)0.6%
Max Revenue beat(2)2.03%
Revenue beat(4)3
Avg Revenue beat(4)0.3%
Min Revenue beat(4)-2.13%
Max Revenue beat(4)2.03%
Revenue beat(8)5
Avg Revenue beat(8)6.75%
Revenue beat(12)7
Avg Revenue beat(12)5.09%
Revenue beat(16)11
Avg Revenue beat(16)8.78%
PT rev (1m)-0.29%
PT rev (3m)-3.07%
EPS NQ rev (1m)0%
EPS NQ rev (3m)0.52%
EPS NY rev (1m)-2.65%
EPS NY rev (3m)4.92%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)11.22%
Revenue NY rev (1m)0%
Revenue NY rev (3m)6.69%
Valuation
Industry RankSector Rank
PE 19.9
Fwd PE 20.77
P/S 12.25
P/FCF N/A
P/OCF 16.36
P/B 3.51
P/tB 3.51
EV/EBITDA 14.63
EPS(TTM)1.85
EY5.03%
EPS(NY)1.77
Fwd EY4.82%
FCF(TTM)-0.74
FCFYN/A
OCF(TTM)2.25
OCFY6.11%
SpS3.01
BVpS10.48
TBVpS10.48
PEG (NY)N/A
PEG (5Y)0.99
Profitability
Industry RankSector Rank
ROA 3.79%
ROE 10.84%
ROCE 5.96%
ROIC 4.71%
ROICexc 4.72%
ROICexgc 4.72%
OM 59.06%
PM (TTM) 37.8%
GM 92.93%
FCFM N/A
ROA(3y)5.77%
ROA(5y)2.28%
ROE(3y)20.97%
ROE(5y)7.95%
ROIC(3y)13.3%
ROIC(5y)10.68%
ROICexc(3y)13.38%
ROICexc(5y)10.76%
ROICexgc(3y)13.38%
ROICexgc(5y)10.76%
ROCE(3y)16.83%
ROCE(5y)13.51%
ROICexcg growth 3Y-2.33%
ROICexcg growth 5Y10.17%
ROICexc growth 3Y-2.33%
ROICexc growth 5Y10.17%
OM growth 3Y-2.77%
OM growth 5Y0.3%
PM growth 3Y53.76%
PM growth 5Y21.85%
GM growth 3Y-0.23%
GM growth 5Y-0.14%
F-Score4
Asset Turnover0.1
Health
Industry RankSector Rank
Debt/Equity 0.32
Debt/FCF N/A
Debt/EBITDA 1.24
Cap/Depr N/A
Cap/Sales N/A
Interest Coverage 8.27
Cash Conversion 82.55%
Profit Quality N/A
Current Ratio 6.15
Quick Ratio 6.15
Altman-Z 1.48
F-Score4
WACC8.45%
ROIC/WACC0.56
Cap/Depr(3y)N/A
Cap/Depr(5y)N/A
Cap/Sales(3y)N/A
Cap/Sales(5y)N/A
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)-36.21%
EPS 3Y51.83%
EPS 5Y20.17%
EPS Q2Q%-32.79%
EPS Next Y-13.16%
EPS Next 2Y-6.56%
EPS Next 3Y2.04%
EPS Next 5YN/A
Revenue 1Y (TTM)6.55%
Revenue growth 3Y19.44%
Revenue growth 5Y23.6%
Sales Q2Q%37.05%
Revenue Next Year60.89%
Revenue Next 2Y49.73%
Revenue Next 3Y35.84%
Revenue Next 5Y23.42%
EBIT growth 1Y-14.02%
EBIT growth 3Y16.14%
EBIT growth 5Y23.96%
EBIT Next Year105.45%
EBIT Next 3Y46.1%
EBIT Next 5Y30.56%
FCF growth 1Y-136.93%
FCF growth 3YN/A
FCF growth 5YN/A
OCF growth 1Y12.3%
OCF growth 3Y26.36%
OCF growth 5Y21.22%