Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD) — Stock Score Summary

Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD) has a MoatMap StockRank of 86/100 based on Quality (46/100), Value (55/100), and Momentum (70/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. Chord Energy is a premier, low-cost operator in the Williston Basin with a highly disciplined capital allocation framework. Under the Druckenmiller lens, the persistent geopolitical risk premium in the Middle East creates an asymmetric floor for oil prices, while Chord's domestic US footprint insulates it from maritime shipping disruptions. With a high free cash flow yield and commitment to returning capital to shareholders, it offers a strong margin of safety (Buffett lens) without the typical risks of over-leveraged shale producers.

Chord Energy Corporation is an independent exploration and production company focused exclusively on the acquisition, exploitation, development, and production of oil and natural gas in the Williston Basin. The company capitalizes on its deep operational expertise and efficient development strategies within this prolific unconventional resource play. Chord Energy prioritizes shareholder returns while maintaining a strong balance sheet and optimizing production from its high-quality asset base.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$134.07
Market Cap$7.5B
P/E (Forward)8.87
Price/Book0.98
Return on Equity-0.8%
Return on Invested Capital2.8%
Debt/Equity18.66
Gross Margin47.2%
Operating Margin5.8%
Revenue Growth38.5%
Dividend Yield3.7%
Free Cash Flow$453M

Chord Energy Corporation operates in the Oil & Gas E&P industry, part of the Energy sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chord Energy Corporation’s (CHRD) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD) is 86/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (46), Value (55), and Momentum (70) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Chord Energy Corporation have an economic moat?
Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD) has a Quality factor score of 46/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Chord Energy Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 86/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Chord Energy Corporation in?
Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD) operates in the Energy sector, specifically the Oil & Gas E&P industry (United States).
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