What is Rockhopper Exploration plc's (RKH.L) StockRank?

MoatMap's StockRank for Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L) is 39/100, with a Hold signal. This is a composite score combining Quality (55), Value (28), and Momentum (48) factor ranks across MoatMap's universe of 25,000+ stocks.

Does Rockhopper Exploration plc have an economic moat?

Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L) has a Quality factor score of 55/100. 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 financial characteristics of a moated business.

Is Rockhopper Exploration plc a buy, hold, or sell?

MoatMap's current signal for Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 39/100. 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 Rockhopper Exploration plc in?

Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L) operates in the Energy sector, specifically the Oil & Gas E&P industry (United Kingdom).

Company Deep Dive

Business segments breakdown, earnings transcript analysis, management credibility scoring, competitive landscape, and scenario modelling.

Request Deep Dive(50 Feathers)

RKH.L

HoldFallen Favourite

Rockhopper Exploration plc · Energy · United Kingdom · $917M · Avg Vol: $2M/d

StockRank

Get insider-trade alerts

P/E (TTM)

—

ROE

-12.8%

D/E

0.1x

Dividend %

—

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Rockhopper Exploration plc is an oil and gas exploration and production company with its core assets located in the North Falkland Basin, notably its interest in the Sea Lion project. The company operates as a niche explorer focused on unlocking the hydrocarbon potential of frontier basins. Its competitive position is defined by its significant contingent resource base and strategic partnerships with larger operators to fund development phases.

FINANCIAL SUMMARY (GBP)

Year	2021	2022	2023	2024	2025	CAGR	TTM
Revenue	0.6M	0.5M	0	0	0	-22.3%	—
EPS (GBp)	-1.25	4.99	-0.57	5.45	-4.55	4.5%	-4.01
Shares	460.8M	589.4M	623.3M	642.5M	844.8M	+83.3%	1.0B
Debt	0.8M	0.4M	0.2M	11.4M	38.9M	161.2%	11.4M
Equity	114.4M	148.4M	148.2M	183.9M	257.1M	22.4%	—
Op CF	-1.9M	-1.9M	-3.3M	8.4M	17.3M	104.9%	17.3M
Inv CF	-2.6M	-7.8M	2.4M	-12.1M	0.7M	—	—
Fin CF	-0.4M	6.9M	2.6M	1.6M	97.4M	—	—

Loading 1Y...

PRICE (1Y)-3.0%

SMA 50SMA 200

$0.9563

RSI (14)

44.8

52W High

$1.26

From 52W High

0.8%

SCORE BREAKDOWN

Quality

ROIC

22.1%91.4

ROE

-12.8%14.5

GP/Assets

—N/A

Op. Margin

0.0%19.3

FCF/Assets

14.5%91.1

Piotroski

24.6

Int. Cover

50.0x95.1

D/E Ratio

0.06x81.1

Current Ratio

4.00x87.7

Value

P/E (TTM)

—N/A

EV/EBITDA

-94.0x25.0

P/FCF

13.1x44.1

P/B

3.3x22.2

P/S

—N/A

Div Yield

—N/A

Momentum

52W High %

76%32.3

RS 6M

-2%47.1

SMA 50/200

0.98x35.3

EPS Rev 4W

+64.2%98.8

EPS Rev 12W

—N/A

EPS Improve

+89%62.6

Q Growth

—N/A

FUNDAMENTALS

Market Cap

$917M

P/E (Forward)

-165.2x

Gross Margin

0.0%

SECTOR PEERS

Closest peers in Energy, ranked by industry match, size, and score similarity. Cross-listings of RKH.L are excluded.

Ticker	Company	Mkt Cap	StockRank	Signal
RKH.L	Rockhopper Exploration plc(you)	$917M	39	Hold
SQZ.L	Serica Energy plc	$1.4B	48	Hold
ENOG.L	Energean plc	$1.8B	44	Hold
KIST.L	Kistos Holdings Plc	$315M	35	Hold
GENL.L	Genel Energy plc	$262M	24	Sell
TLW.L	Tullow Oil plc	$420M	65	Hold
AET.L	Afentra plc	$273M	59	Hold
PANR.L	Pantheon Resources Plc	$222M	22	Sell
BOR.L	Borders & Southern Petroleum plc	$143M	21	Sell
CNE.L	Capricorn Energy PLC	$319M	80	Strong Buy

Peer medians: ROE 4.6% · P/E 10.5x · Gross margin 32.7%

Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L): Stock Score Summary

Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L) has a MoatMap StockRank of 39/100 based on Quality (55/100), Value (28/100), and Momentum (48/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD.

Key Financial Metrics

Price	$0.96
Market Cap	$917M
P/E (Forward)	-165.16
Price/Book	3.25
Return on Equity	-12.8%
Return on Invested Capital	22.1%
Debt/Equity	0.06x
Gross Margin	0.0%
Operating Margin	0.0%
Free Cash Flow	$70M

Rockhopper Exploration plc operates in the Oil & Gas E&P industry, part of the Energy sector (United Kingdom).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rockhopper Exploration plc’s (RKH.L) StockRank?: MoatMap’s StockRank for Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L) is 39/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (55), Value (28), and Momentum (48) factor ranks across MoatMap’s universe of 25,000+ stocks.
Does Rockhopper Exploration plc have an economic moat?: Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L) has a Quality factor score of 55/100. 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 Rockhopper Exploration plc a buy, hold, or sell?: MoatMap’s current signal for Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 39/100. 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 Rockhopper Exploration plc in?: Rockhopper Exploration plc (RKH.L) operates in the Energy sector, specifically the Oil & Gas E&P industry (United Kingdom).