MGY - NYSE
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation
$27.96
-0.96%Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation engages in the acquisition, development, exploration, and production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids reserves in the United States. Its properties are located primarily in Karnes County and the Giddings Field in South Texas principally comprising the Eagle Ford Shale and the Austin Chalk formation. As of December 31, 2021, the company's assets consisted of a total leasehold position of 4,71,263 net acres, including 23,785 net acres in Karnes and 4,47,478 net acres in the Giddings area, as well as holds 1,292 net wells with a total production capacity of 66.0 thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
At a Glance
Live SnapshotMagnolia Oil & Gas Corporation Street Expectations Map
Wall Street analysts project that MGY stock may experience modest gains over the coming 12 months. The consensus 1-year price target stands at 29.56, with estimates ranging from a low of 26.00 to a high of 35.00.
The consensus 1-year price target stands at 29.56, with estimates ranging from a low of 26.00 to a high of 35.00.
Analyst Consensus Analysis
Upside Potential
Moderate upside. Analysts expect positive returns but with limited margin of safety. Consider entry timing.
Analyst Agreement
Good consensus alignment. Moderate target spread reflects general agreement on value drivers with some variance in assumptions.
Risk-Reward Profile
Favorable risk-reward. Potential upside significantly exceeds downside risk, offering asymmetric return profile attractive for risk-tolerant investors.
Analyst Conviction
Positive outlook with reasonable agreement. Analysts generally optimistic about prospects with manageable uncertainty.
Market Sentiment Insight
Monitor and evaluate: Current analyst consensus suggests limited conviction or near-term catalysts. Stay informed on company developments and reassess positioning as new information emerges.
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation Forward Estimates of Revenue
Forward Growth Analysis
Flat growth suggests market maturity or near-term challenges offsetting expansion efforts.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation Forward Estimates of Net Income
Forward Growth Analysis
Declining expectations indicate headwinds—investigate whether temporary or structural issues.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Wide estimate range reveals significant forecast uncertainty and potential volatility.
Mixed signals—some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.
Key Insight
Declining estimates with wide disagreement: Analysts projecting contraction without consensus signals significant business uncertainty—exercise caution.
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation Forward Estimates of EPS
Forward Growth Analysis
Flat growth suggests market maturity or near-term challenges offsetting expansion efforts.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Moderate uncertainty in forecasts—typical for companies with evolving business models.
Mixed signals—some positive indicators offset by concerns about growth or uncertainty.
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation Forward Estimates of EBIT
Forward Growth Analysis
Significant contraction projected—major business challenges or industry disruption likely.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation Forward Estimates of EBITDA
Forward Growth Analysis
Significant contraction projected—major business challenges or industry disruption likely.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation Forward Estimates of SG&A Expense
Forward Growth Analysis
Flat growth suggests market maturity or near-term challenges offsetting expansion efforts.
Good analyst coverage ensures reliable estimates with diverse professional perspectives.
Narrow estimate range signals strong analyst consensus and predictable business outlook.
Generally favorable outlook with reasonable growth prospects and analyst support.
Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation Insider Positioning
During the last 12 months, insiders have purchased $104K and sold $10.32M worth of MGY shares, resulting in $10.22M of net selling activity.
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Top Buyers
Ropp Ralph Lewis
Director
$104K
Top Sellers
Yang Timothy D.
Officer: Evp, Chief Legal & Comm & Sec
$4.39M
Stavros Christopher G
Director, Officer: Ceo & Chairman
$3.51M
Corales Brian
Officer: Svp & Chief Financial Officer
$961K
Acosta Arcilia
Director
$560K
Djerejian Edward P
Director
$522K
Insider Activity Analysis
Net Insider Sentiment
Strong bearish signal with $10.22M net selling. Heavy insider selling may indicate concerns about valuation or near-term prospects.
Buy/Sell Ratio
Very poor ratio. Heavy selling with minimal buying suggests insiders may be concerned about valuation or outlook.
Recent Trend (3 Months)
Heavy recent selling activity. Recent insider sales notably exceed purchases—may warrant investigation into company developments.
Insider Participation
5 insider sellers vs. 1 buyers. Widespread selling across multiple insiders may signal concerns.
Insider Activity Insight
Multiple red flags: Heavy selling, numerous sellers, and continued recent selling create a concerning pattern. Investigate fundamental drivers and consider whether company guidance or industry conditions have deteriorated.
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Research Paths
Snapshot
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Value Model
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Statements
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Earnings Call
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Dividends
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Analyst Expectations
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