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Vitesse Energy, Inc. reports developments for an independent energy company that owns interests as a non-operator in oil and natural gas wells in the United States. Its asset base is centered in the Williston Basin of North Dakota and Montana, with additional properties in the Central Rockies, including the Denver-Julesburg and Powder River basins.
Recurring updates cover operating and financial results, production guidance, quarterly cash dividends on common stock, commodity-derivative hedging for expected oil, natural gas and NGL volumes, and capital allocation tied to stockholder returns. Company news also includes acquisitions of non-operated oil and gas assets, equity and capital-structure matters, annual meeting items, and board or executive governance transitions.
Vitesse Energy (NYSE: VTS) reported second quarter 2026 net income of $33.1 million and Adjusted Net Income of $1.8 million, including a non-cash unrealized commodity derivative gain of $40.2 million. Adjusted EBITDA was $40.2 million, operating cash flow $25.4 million and Free Cash Flow $16.3 million.
Production averaged 17,354 Boe/d (60% oil), up 9% sequentially, with total revenue of $72.8 million including realized hedges. Average realized prices before hedging were $91.98/Bbl for oil and $1.17/Mcf for gas; with hedging, oil realized $71.14/Bbl and gas $1.55/Mcf. Lease operating expense was $11.38/Boe and G&A $3.89/Boe.
As of June 30, 2026, Vitesse had $0.9 million in cash, $158.5 million drawn on its revolving credit facility and total liquidity of $117.4 million. The company tightened 2026 guidance to 16,300–17,200 Boe/d, oil at 60–62% of volumes, and total cash capex of $65–$80 million. Vitesse declared a third quarter 2026 dividend of $0.4375 per share, continuing fifteen consecutive quarterly dividends since becoming public.
Vitesse Energy (NYSE: VTS) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a third quarter cash dividend of $0.4375 per share on its common stock. The dividend will be payable on September 30, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 15, 2026.
Vitesse Energy (NYSE: VTS) plans to release its second quarter 2026 financial and operating results on Monday, August 3, 2026, after market close. The company will host a conference call and webcast to discuss the results on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time, with both live access and replay available by phone and online.
Vitesse Energy (NYSE: VTS) reported first quarter 2026 results with Adjusted EBITDA $33.4M, Adjusted Net Loss $0.3M and GAAP net loss of $42.3M (includes $48.2M unrealized commodity-derivative loss). Production averaged 15,962 Boe/d (63% oil). Cash flow from operations was $24.0M, free cash flow $12.0M, total debt $144.5M, and net debt/Adjusted EBITDA was 0.82. Company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4375 per share and closed the Powder River Basin acquisition in April 2026.
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Vitesse Energy (NYSE: VTS) will release first quarter 2026 financial and operating results on Monday, May 4, 2026 after market close and will host a conference call on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. ET.
Investors can join via phone or webcast; a replay will be available through May 12, 2026 with provided dial‑in numbers and conference ID.
Vitesse Energy (NYSE: VTS) announced a leadership transition: Jamie Benard will become President and Chief Executive Officer effective May 1, 2026. Founder and former CEO Bob Gerrity resigned immediately; board member Dan O’Leary will replace Gerrity as Chairman. Brian Cree will serve as Interim CEO until May 1, 2026 and remain as senior advisor through December 31, 2026. James Henderson will remain as Chief Financial Officer to support the transition. The Board characterized the change as the result of a succession planning process aimed at accelerating strategic priorities and delivering long‑term stockholder value.
Vitesse Energy (NYSE: VTS) reported an opportunistic expansion of commodity hedges through 2027 and a Board transition effective March 13, 2026. Based on midpoint 2026 guidance, the company has ~67% of 2026 oil production hedged, with weighted average fixed WTI swap prices in the mid-$60s per barrel and NGL and gas hedges covering 2026–2027.
Mr. M. Bruce Chernoff resigned from the board for personal time reasons; the company thanked him for his contributions following Lucero Energy’s merger with Vitesse.
Vitesse Energy (NYSE: VTS) announced an accretive all-stock acquisition, reported full-year 2025 results, and issued 2026 production and capital guidance. Key 2025 metrics: production 17,444 Boe/d (+34% YoY), Adjusted EBITDA $179.3M, Free Cash Flow $48.9M, and net income $25.3M. Vitesse agreed to acquire Powder River Basin non-operated assets for $35M of stock (effective Jan 1, 2026) with ~1,400 Boe/d expected 2026 net production. 2026 guidance: 16,000–17,500 Boe/d and $50–$80M capital spending, including the acquisition.
Vitesse Energy (NYSE: VTS) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.4375 per share, payable March 31, 2026, to holders of record as of March 16, 2026. The company said 2025 distributions were treated as a return of capital, and the majority of 2026 distributions are currently anticipated to be similarly treated.
Management described the distribution as "right-sized" for sustainability given commodity outlook and said the return of capital treatment can defer taxes for shareholders with sufficient tax basis; IRS Form 8937 is available for details.