HighPeak Energy, Inc.
HPKEnergyNASDAQOil & Gas E&P
Part of the energy sector, HighPeak Energy, Inc. (HPK) is listed under Oil & Gas E&P. The company carries a $930.6M market cap, placing it firmly in the small-cap category. It engages in the exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids reserves in the Permian Basin in West Texas and Eastern New Mexico.
Market Cap
$930.6M
Beta
0.36
P/E (TTM)
—
P/E (Fwd)
-33.48
EPS (TTM)
$-1.17
EPS (Fwd)
$-0.22
ROE
-9.3%
ROA
2.0%
Cash
$95.8M
Total Debt
$1.19B
Free CF
$22.2M
52W Change
-11.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $95.8M in cash, though total debt stands at $1.19B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Annual free cash flow of $22.2M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. ROE of -9.3% points to negative capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 2.0% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $755.7M to $863.4M.
HPK's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for HighPeak Energy, Inc. and its sector.