Welcome to our dedicated page for Sm Energy news (Ticker: SM), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Sm Energy stock.
SM Energy Company (NYSE: SM) is an independent exploration and production company focused on crude oil, natural gas, and NGL development in Texas and Utah. The SM Energy news feed on Stock Titan aggregates the company’s official announcements, earnings releases, operational updates, and transaction-related disclosures into a single, investor-friendly stream.
News about SM Energy frequently covers quarterly financial and operating results, including production volumes by basin, commodity mix, realized prices, capital expenditures, and measures such as Adjusted EBITDAX and adjusted net income. These updates often break down performance in the Midland Basin, South Texas, and the Uinta Basin, giving readers insight into how each operating area contributes to overall results.
Investors can also follow capital structure and liquidity developments, such as borrowing base redeterminations under the company’s reserves-based revolving credit facility, amendments to its credit agreement, and commentary on leverage targets and net debt-to-Adjusted EBITDAX. SM Energy’s communications discuss how cash flow, hedging, and capital spending interact with debt management.
A key theme in recent SM Energy news is the planned all-stock merger with Civitas Resources, Inc. Company releases and related SEC filings describe the merger agreement, exchange ratio, expected ownership split of the combined company, anticipated annual synergies, and the projected closing timeline, subject to regulatory and stockholder approvals. Governance and leadership updates tied to this combination, including the planned composition of the post-closing board and executive transitions, are also covered.
In addition, the news feed includes dividend declarations and capital return updates, where SM Energy announces its fixed quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share and, at times, share repurchases. For readers tracking SM Energy stock, this page provides a centralized view of the company’s latest public communications, from operational performance to strategic transactions and shareholder distributions.
SM Energy (NYSE: SM) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share. The board approved the dividend on Dec 16, 2025, to be paid on January 9, 2026 to holders of record at the close of business on December 26, 2025.
This provides a direct cash return to common shareholders and specifies the key record and payment dates.
SM Energy (NYSE: SM) and Civitas (NYSE: CIVI) provided additional details on their planned merger, including post-close leadership and board composition, targeted divestitures, expected synergies, and upcoming investor conference participation.
The combined company will have an 11-member board (6 SM, 5 Civitas) with Julio Quintana as non-executive chair and a management team led by Beth McDonald as CEO. Management targets at least $1.0 billion of divestiture proceeds within the first year.
Identified annual synergies of $200 million (upside to $300 million), NPV-10 of $1.0–$1.5 billion (22%–32% of pro-forma market cap), with at least $200 million realized in 2027. S&P and Fitch placed SM on CreditWatch/Ratings Watch Positive. Multiple investor conference presentations scheduled in Nov–Dec 2025.
Civitas Resources (NYSE: CIVI) reported strong third quarter 2025 results ahead of its cancelled Nov 7 earnings call due to a pending merger with SM Energy (NYSE: SM).
Key metrics: Net income $177M, Operating cash flow $860M, Adjusted EBITDAX $855M, Adjusted free cash flow $254M, production 336 MBoe/d (158 MBbl/d oil), capital expenditures $491M, and liquidity $2.2B.
Actions: reduced net debt by $237M, completed a $250M accelerated share repurchase (~8% outstanding), closed two DJ Basin divestments, added >2M barrels of oil hedges, and declared a $0.50 quarterly dividend payable Dec 29, 2025.
SM Energy (NYSE: SM) reported third-quarter 2025 results with production of 19.7 MMBoe (213.8 MBoe/d), including 113.9 MBbls/d oil, a 26% increase in total production and 47% higher oil vs. Q3 2024. Net income was $155.1M ($1.35/diluted share) and Adjusted EBITDAX was $588.2M. Adjusted free cash flow was $234.3M, up 80% year-over-year. Cash was $162.3M and net debt-to-Adjusted EBITDAX fell to 1.1x. Full-year 2025 production guidance narrowed to 207–208 MBoe/d and capex was updated to $1.375–1.395B.
SM Energy (NYSE: SM) and Civitas Resources (NYSE: CIVI) agreed to an all‑stock merger to create a combined company with an enterprise value of approximately $12.8 billion. Under the deal each Civitas share will be exchanged for 1.45 SM shares, issuing ~126.3 million SM shares; pro forma ownership will be ~48% SM / 52% Civitas. The combined company will hold ~823,000 net acres and pro forma Q2 2025 production of 526 MBoe/d. Pro forma full‑year 2025 consensus free cash flow exceeds $1.4 billion. Identified annual synergies of $200 million (upside to $300M) and a sustainable quarterly fixed dividend of $0.20 per share were announced. Transaction expected to close in Q1 2026.
SM Energy (NYSE: SM) announced the completion of its semi-annual borrowing base redetermination under its reserves-based revolving credit facility on October 16, 2025. The lender group reaffirmed the borrowing base at $3.0 billion and the elected commitment remained unchanged at $2.0 billion. The company also executed an amendment to its Credit Agreement that replaces a springing maturity provision with a more flexible structure tied to short-term debt and borrowing availability. Management said the actions reflect banking partners' continued trust in SM Energy's disciplined strategy and financial strength.
SM Energy (NYSE: SM) will release its third quarter 2025 financial and operating results after market close on November 4, 2025. The release will include an earnings release, a pre-recorded webcast, and an associated presentation, all posted at http://www.sm-energy.com/investors.
Management will host a live Q&A session on November 5, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Mountain / 10:00 a.m. Eastern. The session is accessible via live webcast (and replay about one hour after the call) on the investor website or by telephone (register at the provided Chorus Call link). Domestic toll-free dial-in: 877-407-6050; International: +1 201-689-8022.
SM Energy (NYSE: SM) has announced that its Board of Directors has approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on November 3, 2025, to stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 17, 2025.
SM Energy (NYSE: SM) announced significant leadership changes with current Chief Executive Officer Herbert S. Vogel planning to retire on March 1, 2026. Vogel has already stepped down as President effective September 4, 2025, but will remain on the Board until the May 2026 annual meeting and serve as an executive advisor.
Elizabeth A. McDonald has been appointed as President and Chief Operating Officer, with plans for her promotion to President and CEO upon Vogel's retirement. The transition follows Vogel's successful tenure marked by portfolio expansion and bottom-line growth through technology, innovation, and collaboration, while prioritizing safety, integrity, and stewardship.
[ "Planned smooth leadership transition with internal succession", "Current CEO remains involved through 2026 annual meeting and as advisor", "Company reports strong position with step-change in reserves, production, and cash flow", "Strong balance sheet highlighted in leadership transition" ]SM Energy (NYSE: SM) has published its updated sustainability disclosures for 2024, highlighting significant environmental and operational achievements. The company achieved notable success in its Texas operations, reporting a 74% reduction in flaring percentage and 61% improvement in methane intensity since 2019, maintaining progress toward its 50% GHG emissions reduction target by 2030.
Key sustainability achievements include increasing produced water recycling by 40%, implementing advanced emissions reduction technologies, and strengthening leadership development programs. The company received two Brandon Hall Group™ awards for leadership development excellence. Following its Uinta Basin acquisition in October 2024, SM Energy continues to focus on operational excellence and environmental stewardship across its expanded portfolio.
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