Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) — Stock Score Summary

Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) has a MoatMap StockRank of 43/100 based on Quality (40/100), Value (30/100), and Momentum (59/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. Diamondback Energy is a premier, low-cost Permian Basin pure-play E&P operator with a breakeven cost of $35-40 WTI. With geopolitical instability in the Middle East creating a structural floor for oil prices, FANG is positioned to generate massive owner earnings (FCF) that are returned directly to shareholders. It avoids the geopolitical risks of international majors while capturing the full upside of structural global supply constraints, satisfying both Druckenmiller's macro lens and Buffett's capital allocation criteria.

Diamondback Energy, Inc. is an independent oil and natural gas company primarily engaged in the acquisition, development, and production of unconventional reserves within the highly productive Permian Basin. Its competitive moat is built upon a concentrated, high-quality acreage position, operational efficiencies, and a low-cost production structure in one of the world's premier oil-producing regions. Diamondback is a leading player, known for its disciplined capital allocation and strong financial performance within the U.S. shale industry.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$194.24
Market Cap$54.6B
P/E (TTM)209.22
P/E (Forward)11.59
Price/Book1.57
Return on Equity0.5%
Return on Invested Capital3.2%
Debt/Equity32.59
Gross Margin72.2%
Operating Margin5.8%
Revenue Growth4.2%
Dividend Yield2.2%
Free Cash Flow$1.4B

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Diamondback Energy, Inc.’s (FANG) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) is 43/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (40), Value (30), and Momentum (59) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Diamondback Energy, Inc. have an economic moat?
Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) has a Quality factor score of 40/100. 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 Diamondback Energy, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 43/100. 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 Diamondback Energy, Inc. in?
Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) operates in the Energy sector, specifically the Oil & Gas E&P industry (United States).