LBRT

Liberty Energy Inc.

Fundamental data last updated:August 20, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Energy

industry

Oil & Gas Equipment & Services

Exchange

NYSE

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

Pending Announcement

Business Summary

Liberty Energy Inc. provides hydraulic fracturing and wireline services, and related goods to onshore oil and natural gas exploration and production companies in North America. It also offers hydraulic fracturing pressure pumping services, including pressure pumping and pumpdown perforating services, as well wireline services, proppant delivery solutions, data analytics, related goods and technologies. In addition, the company owns operates two sand mines in the Permian Basin. As of December 31, 2021, it had a total of approximately 30 active frac fleets. The company offers its services primarily in the Permian Basin, the Eagle Ford Shale, the Denver-Julesburg Basin, the Williston Basin, and the Powder River Basin. The company was formerly known as Liberty Oilfield Services Inc. and changed its name to Liberty Energy Inc. in April 2022. Liberty Energy Inc. was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.

 


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VALUATION

P/E

31.33

Market Cap ($M USD)

$4.74B

Forward P/E

76.47

PEG

-1.30

PRICE TO SALES

1.17

PRICE TO BOOK

2.42

EV / EBITDA

8.23

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

-4.06%

DCF Value

$22.24

Graham Number

$15.84

Price to FCF

-24.61

EV to FCF

-29.41

Earnings Yield

3.19%

FCF Yield

-4.06%

DIVIDEND

Yield

1.17%

Annual Payout

$0.34

Payout Ratio

37.19%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

$0.93

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$0.38

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$8.25B

Return on Equity (ROE)

7.39%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

1.55%

Debt-to-Equity

0.42

Piotroski F-Score

5

Altman Z-Score

2.80

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

1.70%

Current Ratio

2.21

Quick Ratio

1.97

Net Debt to EBITDA

1.34

Interest Coverage

1.63

Gross Profit margin

10.69%

FCF PER SHARE

$-1.19

REVENUE PER SHARE

$24.99

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Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

The market seems to be pricing Liberty Energy Inc. with a level of optimism that doesn’t align with its fundamentals. The stock has traded above its DCF Value and Graham Number, suggesting overvaluation. A Forward P/E of 87.13 is sky-high, indicating expectations of explosive growth that the company may struggle to deliver. Meanwhile, an Earnings Yield of just 2.80% and an Altman Z-score of 2.96 suggest moderate financial health but not enough to justify such lofty multiples. This disconnect between valuation and financial reality raises red flags for prudent investors.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating in the Oil & Gas Equipment & Services industry, Liberty Energy Inc. faces challenges in adapting to AI and tech shifts. The sector is traditionally slow to innovate, but those who integrate AI for operational efficiency could gain a competitive edge. However, Liberty's current metrics don't explicitly indicate a strong tech adaptation strategy.

The Bull Case

For value or GARP investors, Liberty Energy Inc. presents a mixed bag. The company's ROIC of 1.70% and a Piotroski F-Score of 5 suggest moderate capital efficiency and financial health. Despite a negative FCF Yield, the firm maintains a decent operating margin of 1.55%, hinting at some pricing power. These factors, combined with a manageable Debt/Equity ratio of 0.42, could appeal to those betting on a turnaround or improved execution.

The Bear Case

Liberty Energy Inc. faces significant structural risks, primarily due to its inflated valuation metrics. A Price/Book of 2.75 and Price/Sales of 1.33 suggest the stock is priced for perfection, while its negative FCF Yield and Price to FCF ratio of -28.04 highlight poor cash flow management. Trading close to its 52-week high, the stock appears technically overextended, raising concerns about its sustainability. These weaknesses overshadow its modest debt levels and could deter risk-averse investors.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Buy

Average Analyst Price Target

$34.00

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.57

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

18.64%

Distance to 52-Week Low

65.93%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

146.15%

50-DAY SMA

$30.66

200-DAY SMA

$21.25

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