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W&T Offshore Inc(WTI)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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- 1Y
- 1M
- 1W
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- SELL Advisory (Profit)
- SELL Advisory (Loss)
- Profit
- Loss
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for WTI
11/12/2026: WTI (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
W&T Offshore is an independent oil and gas company concentrated on the U.S. Gulf of Mexico. It utilizes a strategy of acquiring mature assets and employing specialized drilling to maximize production. The company's main strength lies in its long-standing operational expertise in the Gulf, though it faces significant risks from commodity price volatility and regional weather events. While it offers potential for investors seeking energy exposure, the stock is better suited for those with a higher risk tolerance given its lack of geographic diversification. Potential investors should monitor commodity price trends, operational performance in the Gulf, and the company's ability to maintain a healthy balance sheet.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely acquisition-dependent and tied to volatile commodity prices. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Momentum traders may find opportunities during sustained oil price rallies. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Value potential exists in asset-heavy, lower-cost production models, but commodity cycle risks remain. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Dividends are variable and subject to capital-intensive E&P requirements. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High exposure to commodity price volatility and offshore operational risks makes this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Revenue is directly tied to fluctuations in global oil and natural gas prices. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Market sentiment often swings wildly based on energy sector outlooks. |
| Competition risk (commodity producers) | Medium / high | The company faces intense competition from larger, more capital-rich E&P firms. |
| Business quality | Medium | Operational complexity and asset concentration limit the business franchise quality. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Income streams are inconsistent compared to defensive utility or blue-chip stocks. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | Offshore drilling projects are technically challenging and prone to cost overruns. |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 489.47M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 4.2M shares | Beta 0.27 | 52 Weeks Range 1.48 - 5.04 | Updated Date 11/11/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 1.48 - 5.04 | Updated Date 11/11/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.38% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.37 |
Sector & Industry Intelligence
Sector
Energy
Caution- Sentiment
- Strong Bearish
- Momentum
- Rapid Breadth Deterioration
- BUY participation
- 10.9%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 6 / 55
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -22
- Market state
- Strong Bearish
BUY participation is falling rapidly, suggesting elevated market vulnerability.
Industry
Oil & Gas E&P
- BUY participation
- 0.0%
- Active BUY / eligible
- 0 / 3
- 30-Day BUY Count Change
- -1
Eligible universe: 3 stocks.
Sector signal summarizes BUY breadth conditions for the sector. It does not override this stock’s BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory.
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Highly Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent, large price swings that make its near-term movement less predictable.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -11.15% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/12/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Oil and Gas Production | Sale of crude oil, natural gas, and NGLs from Gulf of Mexico fields. | The company generates cash primarily by pumping and selling oil and gas from offshore platforms. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-10-29 | When After Market | Estimate -0.07 | Actual 0.01 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -8.44% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4.99% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.92% | Return on Equity (TTM) -168.88% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 11.48 | Enterprise Value 609.59M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81 |
Enterprise Value 609.59M | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.81 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.01 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.58 | Shares Outstanding 154.90M | Shares Floating 103.24M |
Shares Outstanding 154.90M | Shares Floating 103.24M | ||
Percent Insiders 35.17 | Percent Institutions 55.25 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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