Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) Factsheet
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Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-11-04. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 2.9%. D/E 0.3x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 2.9% | Below expectations |
| Debt/Equity | 0.3x | Conservative leverage |
ROIC 2.9% — Bottom 50% of sector peers.
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Profitability: Diamondback Energy, Inc. earns 2.9% ROIC, Bottom 50% in Energy
ROIC TTM 2.9%, sector median 7.0%, Bottom 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 10.1% × asset turnover 0.3x. Operating margin 12.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | FANG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 2.9% | Red flag | Below sector median of 7.0% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 5.5% | Warning | Moderate equity returns |
| Operating Margin | 12.6% | Good | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow Analysis for Diamondback Energy, Inc.
OCF/Net income 5.0x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | FANG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCF/Net Income | 5.0x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Diamondback Energy, Inc. at 0.3x leverage, 9.3x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.3x. Total debt $13.2B, cash & investments $558.0M. Interest coverage 9.3x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | FANG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.3x | Good | Conservative capital structure |
| Net Cash Position | $-12.7B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 9.3x | Good | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: Diamondback Energy, Inc. trades at 25.0x earnings
P/E 25.0x. EV/Sales 3.4x. Dividend yield 2.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | FANG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 25.0x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 3.4x | Good | Growth premium priced in |
| Dividend Yield | 2.3% | Adequate | Growth focus over income |
Capital Allocation: Diamondback Energy, Inc. returns 2.4% shareholder yield, reducing shares 2.7% YoY
Total shareholder yield 2.4% (div 2.3%). Share count -2.7% YoY. Capital returned $1.2B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
| Metric | FANG | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.4% | Adequate | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -2.7% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $1.2B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 2.9% | Bottom 50% | 0.4x below |
| Operating Margin | 12.6% | Bottom 50% | 0.9x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 5.5% | Bottom 50% | 0.5x below |
| P/E Ratio | 25.0x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | FANG | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 2.9% | Red flag | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 7.0%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 34.0% | Good | Moderate leverage |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 25.0x | Adequate | Fair value |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Diamondback Energy, Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 2.9%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 7.0% with a improving trend. Sector median 7.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: What is Diamondback Energy, Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) has a free cash flow margin of N/A, Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: What is Diamondback Energy, Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) trades at a P/E ratio of 25.0x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 3.4x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: Does Diamondback Energy, Inc. pay a dividend?
Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) currently pays a dividend yield of 2.3%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 2.4%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: What is Diamondback Energy, Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) grew revenue by 21.1% year-over-year. EPS -49.9% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Q: How does Diamondback Energy, Inc. compare to competitors in Energy?
Compared to other companies in Energy, Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) shows: ROIC 2.9%, sector median 7.0% (Bottom 50%). These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Energy companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Diamondback Energy, Inc.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-04.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-11-04. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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