BP p.l.c. provides carbon products and services. The company operates through Gas & Low Carbon Energy, Oil Production & Operations, and Customers & Products segments. It engages in the production of natural gas, and integrated gas and power; trading of gas; operation of onshore and offshore wind power, as well as hydrogen and carbon capture and storage facilities; trading and marketing of renewable and non-renewable power; and production of crude oil. In addition, the company involved in convenience and retail fuel, EV charging, Castrol lubricant, aviation, B2B, and midstream businesses; refining and oil trading; and bioenergy business. The company was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom.

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(RTTNews) - Following a brief outage and evacuation brought on by a power outage on Friday morning, BP Plc reported that operations at its 440,000 barrel per day Whiting refinery in Indiana have resumed. The business verified that all employees had safely returned to the site and that power had been restored.
According to BP's statement, the outage, which happened outside the facility, momentarily stopped production. According to industry watchdog IIR Energy, the company was working to restart its fluid catalytic cracking unit, which produces 110,000 barrels per day.
The restart comes after an operational incident forced several units offline, resulting in a fire that started at the refinery last week. According to BP, there were no reported injuries, and the fire was quickly put out.
The Whiting refinery, which produces gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, is BP's largest and among the largest in the nation. It is situated in the Midwest of the United States.
Additionally, the facility started scheduled maintenance on important units, such as the catalyst cracker and crude processing unit, in mid-September. The work is expected to continue for roughly two months.
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BP Restarts Whiting Refinery After Fire And Power Outage

Enterprise Products Partners LP EPD is set to report third-quarter 2025 results on Oct. 30, before the opening bell.
In the last reported quarter, its adjusted earnings of 66 cents per unit beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 65 cents, primarily attributed to record natural gas processing and pipeline volumes.
Earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in two of the trailing four quarters and missed twice, delivering an average surprise of roughly 0.01%. This is depicted in the graph below:
Enterprise Products Partners L.P. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Enterprise Products Partners L.P. price-consensus-eps-surprise-chart | Enterprise Products Partners L.P. Quote
Estimate Trend for EPD
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for third-quarter earnings per unit of 67 cents hasn’t witnessed any upward revisions in the past seven days. The estimated figure indicates a 3.1% improvement from the prior-year reported number.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues of $12.69 billion implies a 7.9% decrease from the year-ago recorded figure.
Factors to Consider for EPD
Enterprise Products has a pipeline network spanning more than 50,000 miles, transporting oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, refined products and petrochemicals. The partnership also has more than 300 million barrels of liquids storage capacity, which is expected to have generated stable fee-based revenues in the September quarter.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Gross operating margin from the Natural Gas Pipelines & Services segment is pegged at $402.33 million, suggesting an improvement from $349 million a year ago.
Earnings Whispers
Our proven model does not indicate an earnings beat for EPD this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy), or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. That is not the case here, as you will see below.
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Zacks Rank: EPD currently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).
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BP BP is an integrated energy company. It currently has an Earnings ESP of +1.87% and a Zacks Rank #3.
BP is scheduled to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Nov. 4. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BP’s earnings is pegged at 72 cents per share.
ConocoPhillips COP currently has an Earnings ESP of +0.34% and a Zacks Rank #3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
COP is set to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Nov. 6. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for COP’s earnings is pegged at $1.40 per share, indicating a 21.4% decrease from the prior-year reported figure.
Antero Midstream Corporation AM currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.46% and a Zacks Rank #3.
AM is set to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Oct. 29. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AM’s earnings is pegged at 24 cents per share, which indicates an increase of 14.3% from the prior-year reported figure.
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EPD Poised to Report Q3 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know

Phillips 66 PSX is set to report third-quarter 2025 results on Oct. 29, before the opening bell.
In the last reported quarter, its adjusted earnings of $2.38 per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.66, primarily attributed to increased refining volumes and higher realized refining margins worldwide.
Earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in three of the trailing four quarters and missed once, delivering an average surprise of roughly 19.2%. This is depicted in the graph below:
Phillips 66 Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Estimate Trend for PSX
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for third-quarter earnings per share of $2.07 hasn’t witnessed any upward revisions in the past seven days. The estimated figure indicates a 1.5% improvement from the prior-year reported number.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues of $29.9 billion indicates a 17.3% decrease from the year-ago recorded figure.
Factors to Consider for PSX
Per data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (“EIA”), the average spot prices for Cushing, OK, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for July, August and September were $68.39, $64.86 and $63.96 per barrel, respectively. However, the pricing environment was more favorable in the prior-year months, with average prices of $81.80, $76.68 and $70.24 per barrel, respectively.
The softer pricing environment is likely to have aided PSX, since it derives a significant proportion of its earnings from the refining business. From the midstream business, which is generally stable by its very nature, PSX is likely to have generated stable cash flows. Our model predicts a 5.1% year-over-year rise in pre-tax adjusted income from midstream.
Earnings Whispers
Our proven model does not indicate an earnings beat for PSX this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy), or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. That is not the case here, as you will see below.
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Zacks Rank: PSX currently carries a Zacks Rank #2.
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ConocoPhillips COP currently has an Earnings ESP of +0.34% and a Zacks Rank #3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
COP is set to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Nov. 6. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its earnings is pegged at $1.40 per share, indicating a 21.4% decrease from the prior-year reported figure.
Antero Midstream Corporation AM currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.46% and a Zacks Rank #3.
AM is set to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Oct. 29. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for its earnings is pegged at 24 cents per share, which indicates an increase of 14.3% from the prior-year reported figure.
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Phillips 66 Set to Report Q3 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know

NCS Multistage Holdings Inc NCSM is set to report third-quarter 2025 results on Oct. 29, after the closing bell.
In the last reported quarter, its adjusted earnings of 34 cents per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a loss of $1.46.
NCS Multistage Holdings, Inc. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Estimate Trend for NCSM
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for third-quarter earnings per share of $1.17 hasn’t witnessed any revisions in the past seven days. The estimated figure indicates a 22% decline from the prior-year reported number.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues of $46.1 million indicates a 4.8% increase from the year-ago recorded figure.
Factors to Consider for NCSM
Per data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (“EIA”), the average spot prices for Cushing, OK, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for July, August and September were $68.39, $64.86 and $63.96 per barrel, respectively. However, the pricing environment was more favorable in the prior-year months, with average prices of $81.80, $76.68 and $70.24 per barrel, respectively.
The softer pricing environment is likely to have hurt NCS Multistage Holdings’ business in the third quarter since the company is involved in providing services and products that aid explorers and producers in optimizing their oil and gas wells.
Earnings Whispers
Our proven model does not indicate an earnings beat for NCSM this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy), or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. That is not the case here, as you will see below.
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Zacks Rank: NCSM currently carries a Zacks Rank #3.
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ConocoPhillips COP currently has an Earnings ESP of +0.34% and a Zacks Rank #3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
COP is set to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Nov. 6. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for COP’s earnings is pegged at $1.40 per share, indicating a 21.4% decrease from the prior-year reported figure.
Antero Midstream Corporation AM currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.46% and a Zacks Rank #3.
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NCSM Poised to Report Q3 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know

The U.S. Energy Information Administration (“EIA”) expects rising inventories of oil to hurt crude prices. The soft crude pricing environment is thus likely to affect the integrated energy players' exploration and production operations. At the same time, the rising demand for renewable energy adds uncertainty to the prospects of the Zacks Oil and Gas Integrated International industry, creating a bleak outlook.
Among the companies in the industry that will probably survive the business challenges are Exxon Mobil Corporation XOM, Chevron Corporation CVX and BP plc BP.
About the Industry
The Zacks Oil and Gas Integrated International industry covers companies primarily involved in upstream, midstream and downstream operations. These companies have upstream businesses in the United States (including prolific shale plays and the deepwater Gulf of Mexico), Asia, South America, Africa, Australia and Europe. Midstream operations of energy companies entail transporting oil, natural gas liquids and refined petroleum products. In downstream businesses, the firms buy raw crude to produce refined petroleum products. The companies’ downstream activities involve chemical businesses that manufacture raw materials for making plastics. The integrated players are now gradually focusing on renewables, leading to the energy transition. The firms aim to lower emissions from operations and cut the carbon intensity of the products sold.
3 Trends Shaping the Future of the Industry
Soft Oil Price to Hurt Cash Flows: In its latest short-term energy outlook, EIA projected the average spot price for West Texas Intermediate crude at $65 per barrel for 2025 and $48.50 per barrel for 2026. Both the projected prices were significantly lower than $76.60 per barrel in 2024, per EIA data. The expectation for lower oil prices will probably lead to a decline in cash flows from the upstream business.
Slowdown in Production Growth to Hurt Upstream Business: There has been a slowdown in oil production growth in the upstream businesses of integrated energy companies in the United States due to shareholder demands for a greater focus on returning capital rather than investing in production expansion. As production growth slows, output decreases, which can lead to reduced revenues. Since upstream operations depend heavily on volume to generate income, any stagnation in production growth has a direct and negative impact on their bottom line.
Growing Demand for Renewables a Concern: Governments, investors and stakeholders are placing growing emphasis on addressing climate change, leading to an increased demand for renewable energy. Consequently, the demand for products reliant on oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids is expected to decline, with solar and wind energy gaining prominence in the energy landscape. The integrated energy firms are adversely impacted by these trends as they are primarily engaged in the production and transportation of fossil fuels, such as oil, and selling refined petroleum products.
Zacks Industry Rank Indicates Bearish Prospects
The Zacks Oil and Gas Integrated International industry is part of the broader Zacks Oil - Energy sector. It carries a Zacks Industry Rank #220, which places it in the bottom 9% of more than 250 Zacks industries.
The group’s Zacks Industry Rank, which is basically the average of the Zacks Rank of all the member stocks, indicates bleak near-term prospects. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Before we present a few stocks that you may want to consider, let’s take a look at the industry’s recent stock market performance and valuation picture.
Industry Underperforms Sector and S&P 500
The Zacks Oil and Gas Integrated International industry has underperformed the broader Zacks Oil - Energy sector and the Zacks S&P 500 composite over the past year.
The industry has gained 3.6% over this period compared with the S&P 500’s surge of 19% and the broader sector’s improvement of 4.8%.
One-Year Price Performance
Industry's Current Valuation
Since oil and gas companies are debt-laden, it makes sense to value them based on the Enterprise Value/Earnings before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortization (EV/EBITDA) ratio. This is because the valuation metric takes not just equity into account but also the level of debt.
On the basis of the trailing 12-month EV/EBITDA, the industry is currently trading at 4.50X, lower than the S&P 500’s 18.57X. It is also below the sector’s trailing 12-month EV/EBITDA of 5.05X.
Over the past five years, the industry has traded as high as 6.54X and as low as 2.75X, with a median of 4.12X.
Trailing 12-Month EV/EBITDA Ratio
3 Integrated International Stocks to Keep a Close Eye on
BP has been investing heavily in oil and natural gas operations since it estimated that 55% of the global energy is generated from the commodities. Currently carrying a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), the British energy giant is planning upstream capital investment of $10 billion through 2027, a notable increase from $8.5 billion in 2024. With key oil and gas projects yet to come online, BP expects to increase its daily production volumes to 2.3 million to 2.5 million barrels in 2030. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Price and Consensus: BP
In the Permian, the most prolific basin in the United States, ExxonMobil has a strong presence. By the end of this decade, the energy major aims to boost its Permian production to 2.3 million barrels of oil equivalent (MMBoE/D), from roughly 1.6 MMBoE/D volumes it produced in the June quarter, thanks to the advanced technologies employed to enhance well recoveries.
In offshore Guyana, XOM has made massive oil and gas discoveries over the years, estimating the recoverable reserves at 11 billion barrels of oil equivalent. Notably, XOM carries a Zacks Rank #3.
Price and Consensus: XOM
Chevron is an integrated energy giant with a stable business model. In the Permian, the most prolific basin in the United States, CVX, with a Zacks Rank of 3, has a strong footprint. Also, the company’s downstream business is benefiting from the softer oil prices.
Price and Consensus: CVX
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Investors in BP PLC (Symbol: BP) saw new options begin trading today, for the December 5th expiration. At Stock Options Channel, our YieldBoost formula has looked up and down the BP options chain for the new December 5th contracts and identified one put and one call contract of particular interest.
The put contract at the $33.00 strike price has a current bid of 30 cents. If an investor was to sell-to-open that put contract, they are committing to purchase the stock at $33.00, but will also collect the premium, putting the cost basis of the shares at $32.70 (before broker commissions). To an investor already interested in purchasing shares of BP, that could represent an attractive alternative to paying $34.84/share today.
Because the $33.00 strike represents an approximate 5% discount to the current trading price of the stock (in other words it is out-of-the-money by that percentage), there is also the possibility that the put contract would expire worthless. The current analytical data (including greeks and implied greeks) suggest the current odds of that happening are 66%. Stock Options Channel will track those odds over time to see how they change, publishing a chart of those numbers on our website under the contract detail page for this contract. Should the contract expire worthless, the premium would represent a 0.91% return on the cash commitment, or 7.71% annualized — at Stock Options Channel we call this the YieldBoost.
Below is a chart showing the trailing twelve month trading history for BP PLC, and highlighting in green where the $33.00 strike is located relative to that history:
Turning to the calls side of the option chain, the call contract at the $36.00 strike price has a current bid of 50 cents. If an investor was to purchase shares of BP stock at the current price level of $34.84/share, and then sell-to-open that call contract as a "covered call," they are committing to sell the stock at $36.00. Considering the call seller will also collect the premium, that would drive a total return (excluding dividends, if any) of 4.76% if the stock gets called away at the December 5th expiration (before broker commissions). Of course, a lot of upside could potentially be left on the table if BP shares really soar, which is why looking at the trailing twelve month trading history for BP PLC, as well as studying the business fundamentals becomes important. Below is a chart showing BP's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $36.00 strike highlighted in red:
Considering the fact that the $36.00 strike represents an approximate 3% premium to the current trading price of the stock (in other words it is out-of-the-money by that percentage), there is also the possibility that the covered call contract would expire worthless, in which case the investor would keep both their shares of stock and the premium collected. The current analytical data (including greeks and implied greeks) suggest the current odds of that happening are 55%. On our website under the contract detail page for this contract, Stock Options Channel will track those odds over time to see how they change and publish a chart of those numbers (the trading history of the option contract will also be charted). Should the covered call contract expire worthless, the premium would represent a 1.44% boost of extra return to the investor, or 12.17% annualized, which we refer to as the YieldBoost.
The implied volatility in the put contract example is 50%, while the implied volatility in the call contract example is 44%.
Meanwhile, we calculate the actual trailing twelve month volatility (considering the last 250 trading day closing values as well as today's price of $34.84) to be 29%. For more put and call options contract ideas worth looking at, visit StockOptionsChannel.com.
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December 5th Options Now Available For BP

Baker Hughes BKR is set to report third-quarter 2025 results on Oct. 23, after the closing bell.
In the last reported quarter, its adjusted earnings of 63 cents per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 55 cents, primarily attributed to cost improvements and operational efficiency.
Baker Hughes Company Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of roughly 11.5%. This is depicted in the graph below:
Estimate Trend of BKR
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for third-quarter earnings per share of 61 cents has been revised downward in the past seven days. The estimated figure indicates a 9% decline from the prior-year reported number.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues of $6.8 billion indicates a 1.2% decrease from the year-ago recorded figure.
Factors to Consider for BKR
Per data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (“EIA”), the average spot prices for Cushing, OK, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude for July, August and September were $68.39, $64.86 and $63.96 per barrel, respectively. However, the pricing environment was more favorable in the prior-year months, with average prices of $81.80, $76.68 and $70.24 per barrel, respectively.
The softer pricing environment is likely to have hurt Baker Hughes’ business associated with Oilfield Services and Equipment in the September quarter of this year. Our model projects EBITDA from the business unit to decline 8.8% year over year.
Earnings Whispers
Our proven model does not indicate an earnings beat for BKR this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy), or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. That is not the case here, as you will see below.
Earnings ESP: BKR has an Earnings ESP of -2.28%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Zacks Rank: It currently carries a Zacks Rank #3.
Stocks to Consider
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BP BP is an integrated energy company. It currently has an Earnings ESP of +1.21% and a Zacks Rank #3.
BP is scheduled to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Nov. 4. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BP’s earnings is pegged at 70 cents per share.
ConocoPhillips COP currently has an Earnings ESP of +0.44% and a Zacks Rank #3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
COP is set to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Nov. 6. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for COP’s earnings is pegged at $1.41 per share, indicating a 20.8% decrease from the prior-year reported figure.
Eni SpA E currently has an Earnings ESP of +4.83% and a Zacks Rank #3.
Eni is set to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Oct. 24. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for E’s earnings is pegged at 73 cents per share, which indicates a decrease of 15.1% from the prior-year reported figure.
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BKR Poised to Report Q3 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know

Matador Resources Company MTDR is set to report third-quarter 2025 results on Oct. 21, after market close.
Let us examine the factors that are expected to have influenced the performance of the U.S.-based oil and natural gas exploration and production company in the third quarter.
Highlights of Q2 Earnings & Surprise History
In the last reported quarter, its adjusted earnings of $1.53 per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.29, primarily driven by higher total production volumes.
MTDR’s earnings surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 11.85%. This is depicted in the graph below:
Matador Resources Company Price and EPS Surprise
Estimate Trend
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for third-quarter earnings per share of $1.26 has witnessed one downward and one upward revision in the past seven days. The estimated figure suggests a decline of 31.8% from the prior-year reported number.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues of $902.3 million indicates a 0.28% increase from the year-ago recorded figure.
Factors to Consider
Matador Resources is expected to have sustained a stable performance in the third quarter, supported by its oil-rich acreages in premier shale basins in the United States, including the Delaware Basin in southeast New Mexico and West Texas, and the Eagle Ford shale play in South Texas. According to our model, the company’s oil production is expected to have grown approximately 17.5% year over year, supporting its revenues and profitability.
However, Matador is anticipated to have faced margin pressure from softer commodity prices. Per the data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (“EIA”), the average West Texas Intermediate spot prices for July, August and September of this year were $68.39, $64.86 and $64 per barrel, respectively. These figures were notably lower compared to $81.80, $76.68 and $70.24 per barrel in the corresponding period of the previous year. Average oil prices fell sharply during the quarter compared to the prior-year levels, likely squeezing upstream profitability despite growing production levels.
These factors are anticipated to have impacted demand and pricing dynamics, potentially affecting Matador Resources’ quarterly performance.
Earnings Whispers
Our proven model does not indicate an earnings beat for Matador Resources this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy), or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. That is not the case here, as you will see below.
Earnings ESP: Matador Resources has an Earnings ESP of -6.1%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Zacks Rank: MTDR currently has a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).
Stocks to Consider
Here are some stocks that you may want to consider, as these have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat this reporting cycle.
Archrock Inc. AROC currently has an Earnings ESP of +7.32% and a Zacks Rank #2. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Archrock is scheduled to release third-quarter earnings on Oct. 28. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AROC’s earnings is pegged at 41 cents per share, suggesting a 46.4% increase from the prior-year reported figure.
BP plc BP currently has an Earnings ESP of +3.79% and a Zacks Rank #3.
BP is scheduled to release third-quarter earnings on Nov. 4. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BP’s earnings is pegged at 70 cents per share, suggesting a 15.6% decrease from the prior-year reported figure.
ConocoPhillips COP currently has an Earnings ESP of +0.99% and a Zacks Rank #3.
ConocoPhillips is scheduled to release third-quarter earnings on Nov. 6. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for COP’s earnings is pegged at $1.38 per share, suggesting a 22.5% decline from the prior-year reported figure.
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Matador Resources Gears Up to Report Q3 Earnings: What's in Store?

Kinder Morgan Inc. KMI is set to report third-quarter 2025 results on Oct. 22, after the closing bell.
In the last reported quarter, its adjusted earnings of 28 cents per share were in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate, primarily attributed to robust natural gas demand and higher contributions from its Natural Gas Pipelines and Terminals segments.
Earnings met the Zacks Consensus Estimate in one of the trailing four quarters, while missing thrice, delivering an average negative surprise of 3.33%. This is depicted in the graph below:
Kinder Morgan, Inc. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Estimate Trend for KMI
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for third-quarter earnings per share of 29 cents has remained unchanged in the past seven days. The estimated figure indicates a 16% jump from the prior-year reported number.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues of $4.1 billion implies a 11.6% increase from the year-ago recorded figure.
Factors to Consider for KMI
Kinder Morgan is a leading midstream energy player, having a massive natural gas pipeline network spanning 66,000 miles. Notably, the company is responsible for transporting roughly 40% of the natural gas being produced in the United States. Since the majority of its contracts are take-or-pay and fee-based, KMI is likely to have generated stable cash flows in the September quarter of this year.
Notably, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for Kinder Morgan’s third-quarter earnings from natural gas pipeline is pegged at $1,376.36 million, suggesting an increase from $1,294 million in the prior-year quarter.
Earnings Whispers
Our proven model does not indicate an earnings beat for KMI this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy), or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. That is not the case here, as you will see below.
Earnings ESP: KMI has an Earnings ESP of -5.26%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Zacks Rank: KMI currently carries a Zacks Rank #3.
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BP BP is an integrated energy company. It currently has an Earnings ESP of +3.79% and a Zacks Rank #3.
BP is scheduled to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Nov. 4. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BP’s earnings is pegged at 70 cents per share, indicating a 15.7% decrease from the prior-year reported figure.
Viper Energy, Inc. VNOM currently has an Earnings ESP of +15.15% and a Zacks Rank #3. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
VNOM is set to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Nov. 3. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for VNOM’s earnings is pegged at 33 cents per share, indicating a 33% decline from the prior-year reported figure.
Eni SpA E currently has an Earnings ESP of +4.83% and a Zacks Rank #3.
Eni is set to release third-quarter 2025 earnings on Oct. 24. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for E’s earnings is pegged at 73 cents per share, which indicates a decrease of 15.1% from the prior-year reported figure.
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KMI Poised to Report Q3 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know

Chevron Corporation CVX, a Houston, TX-based integrated oil and gas company, has intervened in a critical regulatory matter concerning Venture Global, Inc. VG LNG’s request for an extension to commission its Plaquemines LNG export facility in Louisiana, according to Reuters. These moves highlight Chevron’s significant commercial stake in the project, tied to a long-term sales and purchase agreement that could face disruption from any delays. The recent filing to federal regulators signals Chevron’s intent to safeguard its interests amid growing uncertainties surrounding Venture Global’s operational timelines.
Venture Global's Extension Request Raises Industry Eyebrows
In September, Venture Global filed a motion with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC”) asking for an extension of its deadline to place the Plaquemines LNG facility into service, moving the target from Sept. 30, 2026, to Dec. 31, 2027. The company cited supply-chain disruptions and construction delays stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic as justification.
Venture Global characterized the extension as a routine procedural request, emphasizing that the change would not alter its publicly announced commercial operation dates for Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the project. However, this reassurance has done little to calm stakeholders, especially following recent arbitration setbacks.
Chevron’s Position Reflects High Stakes for LNG Offtakers
Chevron stated in the FERC filing that it holds a “substantial interest that may be directly affected by the outcome of this proceeding.” While the company has not provided additional public comment, the move to involve itself in regulatory discussions highlights the importance of the Plaquemines LNG project to the broader liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) strategy.
The Plaquemines facility is designed to export up to 27.2 million metric tons of LNG per year once fully operational. Chevron, along with other major energy firms, has committed to purchasing large volumes under long-term contracts. Any delay could complicate Chevron’s global LNG portfolio, disrupt trading strategies and potentially trigger commercial or legal disputes.
Fallout From BP Arbitration Decision Increases Pressure
Chevron’s intervention comes shortly after a major arbitration ruling found that Venture Global breached its obligations to BP plc BP at the Calcasieu Pass LNG facility, also located in Louisiana. That decision determined Venture Global failed to declare commercial operations within the agreed timeframe, thereby violating contractual terms.
The fallout from the BP ruling sent Venture Global’s shares tumbling by 33.4% last week, revealing market skepticism about its ability to meet obligations and deliver on time. Investors are now closely watching other long-term partnerships Venture Global holds, including those with Chevron, Shell plc SHEL and others.
With the precedent set by the BP arbitration, Chevron may be acting preemptively to protect own position, ensuring it is heard as regulators weigh the extension request for Plaquemines.
Plaquemines LNG Project: A Critical Export Hub
Plaquemines LNG is a cornerstone of the next wave of U.S. LNG export capacity. Strategically located along the Mississippi River, the project is seen as vital to expanding U.S. energy dominance in the global gas market. The initial phases aim to deliver 13.5 million metric tons per annum (mtpa), with full capacity expected to reach 27.2 mtpa.
Venture Global has already signed binding agreements for significant volumes from this facility. However, construction progress and scheduling have drawn increased scrutiny amid shifting timelines and concerns over the company’s adherence to commercial start dates.
Chevron’s Intervention Could Influence FERC’s Decision
Chevron’s entrance into the regulatory process may add weight to arguments that the extension request deserves deeper evaluation. The company is not merely a bystander, as a major offtaker, it has direct exposure to project milestones, operational delays and commercial readiness.
This move could open the door for other affected parties to step forward, particularly those with similar purchase agreements. It also raises the question of whether contractual performance at Plaquemines could follow a similar path as the Calcasieu Pass arbitration.
Industry Implications Beyond Venture Global
The broader LNG sector is closely monitoring these developments. Delays and contract disputes can affect global supply chains, influence spot market prices and shape future investment decisions. For offtakers like Chevron, commercial certainty is critical, especially in a volatile energy landscape shaped by geopolitical tensions and shifting demand patterns.
If FERC grants the extension without additional scrutiny or conditions, it could set a concerning precedent for how project developers handle delays and contractual obligations. Conversely, if regulators or stakeholders successfully push for more accountability, it may reshape how future LNG projects are managed and financed.
Conclusion: High Stakes for LNG Markets and Energy Security
Chevron’s proactive stance in the Venture Global extension request illustrates the high stakes involved in U.S. LNG infrastructure development. With billions of dollars tied to long-term contracts and growing global demand for LNG, delays like those at Plaquemines carry implications far beyond construction timelines.
The outcome of this FERC proceeding will not only affect Chevron and Venture Global but could signal a shift in how the U.S. energy sector addresses project timelines, arbitration risks and regulatory oversight. As tensions rise, all eyes remain on Washington and Louisiana, where the next chapter in America’s LNG expansion is being written.
CVX's Zacks Rank
Currently, CVX, VG, SHEL and BP have a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) each. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
Venture Global is a U.S.-based liquefied natural gas ("LNG") company focused on exporting low-cost LNG from the Gulf Coast. It is known for developing projects like Calcasieu Pass and Plaquemines LNG to meet global energy demand. The company is valued at $21.95 billion.
Shell is a global energy company headquartered in the United Kingdom, operating in oil, natural gas and renewable energy sectors. It is one of the world’s largest energy companies, with a strong focus on transitioning to net-zero emissions. The company is valued at $210.7 billion.
BP is a British multinational energy company involved in oil, gas and renewable energy production. The company has committed to becoming a net-zero company by 2050 and is investing heavily in low-carbon technologies. It is valued at $88.75 billion.
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