VNOM Should I Buy
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Viper Energy Inc (VNOM) is a good buy for a beginner investor with a long-term strategy and $50,000-$100,000 available for investment. The stock has strong long-term growth potential, supported by bullish technical indicators, positive analyst sentiment, and hedge fund buying activity. Despite a weak financial performance in Q4 2025, the company's strategic acquisitions and dividend growth indicate a commitment to shareholder value.
The stock is showing bullish momentum with the MACD histogram positively expanding above 0, RSI at 75.02 in the neutral zone, and moving averages in a bullish alignment (SMA_5 > SMA_20 > SMA_200). The pre-market price of $47.2255 is above the R1 resistance level of $46.235, indicating strong upward momentum.
Hedge funds are significantly increasing their positions in VNOM, with a 698.01% increase in buying over the last quarter.
Analysts have raised price targets recently, with Citi, JPMorgan, TD Securities, and Mizuho all maintaining Buy or Overweight ratings.
Viper Energy's strategic acquisitions in the Permian Basin and a 15.2% dividend increase reflect strong operational and financial management.
Q4 2025 financial performance showed a significant drop in net income (-149.58% YoY) and EPS (-130.39% YoY), raising concerns about short-term profitability.
Gross margin declined by 38.88% YoY, indicating potential cost pressures.
In Q4 2025, Viper Energy's revenue increased by 90.21% YoY to $435 million, driven by acquisitions and operational growth. However, net income dropped to -$104 million, and EPS fell to -$0.62, reflecting short-term financial challenges. Gross margin also declined to 39.54%, down 38.88% YoY.
Analysts are bullish on VNOM, with multiple firms raising price targets recently. Citi raised its target to $52, JPMorgan to $47, TD Securities to $55, and Mizuho to $53, all maintaining Buy or Overweight ratings. This reflects strong confidence in the company's long-term prospects.
