SM Energy Company
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Daily timeframeSM Energy Company, an independent energy company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of oil, gas, and natural gas liquids in the United States. The $8.67B market capitalization puts SM squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. The company holds working interests in oil and gas producing wells in the Midland Basin, South Texas, Uinta Basin, and DJ Basin.
Market Cap
$8.67B
Beta
0.75
P/E (TTM)
6.46
P/E (Fwd)
4.87
EPS (TTM)
$5.64
EPS (Fwd)
$7.48
ROE
16.1%
ROA
6.9%
Cash
$620.0M
Total Debt
$7.43B
Free CF
$1.47B
52W Change
36.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where SM stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the September 3, 2026 close, SM finished 32.03% above its 150-day moving average ($29.00) and 45.15% above its 200-day moving average ($26.38). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is SM overbought or oversold?
At the September 3, 2026 close, SM's RSI(14) was 77.2, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, SM has $620.0M in cash with $7.43B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Annual free cash flow of $1.47B supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. ROE of 16.1% points to strong capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. An ROA of 6.9% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $3.35B (2022) to $3.14B (2025).
SM Energy Company carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence SM Energy Company's trajectory.