10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2021

Diamondback Energy, Inc. Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2021

Filed August 5, 2021For Securities:FANG

Summary

Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG) reported a strong financial performance for the second quarter and first half of 2021, driven by significantly higher commodity prices and the successful integration of recent acquisitions. Total revenues surged due to the recovery in oil and gas prices from the lows experienced in 2020. The company demonstrated improved operational efficiency, evidenced by increased production volumes and effective cost management. Financially, Diamondback saw substantial increases in net income and earnings per share compared to the prior year's periods, which were impacted by significant impairments. The company actively managed its balance sheet, utilizing strong operating cash flows for debt reduction and returning capital to shareholders through dividends. Strategic divestitures of non-core assets and acquisitions in core Permian Basin areas position the company for continued growth and operational focus.

Financial Highlights

43 data points
Beta

Revenue

$1.68B

Net Income

$311.00M

18.5% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$1.70

Total Assets

$22.90B

Cash & Equivalents

$344.00M

Free Cash Flow

$954.00M

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$1.68B
SG&A Expenses$36.00M
Operating Expenses$726.00M
Operating Income$955.00M
Net Income$311.00M
EPS (Basic)$1.70
EPS (Diluted)$1.70
Shares Outstanding (Basic)181.01M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)181.20M

Key Highlights

  • 1Revenue significantly increased by 305% year-over-year for the three months ended June 30, 2021, reaching $1.7 billion, driven by a strong recovery in commodity prices and increased production volumes.
  • 2Net income attributable to Diamondback Energy, Inc. turned positive to $311 million and $531 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021, respectively, a substantial improvement from the net losses reported in the prior year periods.
  • 3The company completed the Guidon Acquisition and QEP Merger in early 2021, adding significant acreage and production capacity, contributing to a 36% increase in combined volumes sold for the quarter.
  • 4Diamondback successfully reduced its debt through strategic note repurchases and offerings, utilizing approximately $1.7 billion of proceeds from new debt offerings to repurchase QEP Notes and a portion of its own senior notes.
  • 5Operating cash flow for the six months ended June 30, 2021, increased to $1.6 billion, up from $1.2 billion in the prior year, reflecting improved operational performance and higher commodity prices.
  • 6The company declared a cash dividend of $0.45 per share for the second quarter of 2021, demonstrating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
  • 7No impairment expense was recorded for oil and natural gas properties in the first half of 2021, a significant contrast to the $2.5 billion and $3.5 billion impairments recorded in the same periods of 2020.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary driver for the substantial increase in revenue was the significant recovery in oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquid prices from the historically low levels experienced in the prior year's second quarter. This, combined with increased production volumes resulting from recent acquisitions, led to a 305% year-over-year revenue increase for the three months ended June 30, 2021.

Diamondback Energy has actively managed its debt. It completed a significant notes offering in March 2021, raising approximately $2.18 billion. These proceeds were largely used to repurchase QEP Notes and a portion of its own 5.375% Senior Notes due 2025. The company also redeemed the remaining Energen 4.625% Senior Notes. Additionally, a credit facility amendment extended the maturity date and adjusted commitments. The company also plans to use proceeds from its pending Williston Basin divestiture for debt reduction.

Diamondback plans to maintain flat oil production for the foreseeable future, focusing on capital discipline. Excess cash flow is being used for debt reduction and returning capital to stockholders. Starting in 2022, the company plans to return 50% of its free cash flow to stockholders. The company also intends to continue divesting non-core assets and focusing on its core Permian Basin operations.

No, Diamondback Energy did not record any impairment expense for oil and natural gas properties for the three and six months ended June 30, 2021. This is a positive development compared to the significant impairment charges of $2.5 billion and $3.5 billion recorded in the corresponding periods of 2020, largely due to a waiver from the SEC regarding properties acquired in the QEP Merger and Guidon Acquisition.