Vital Energy, Inc. (VTLE) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 2009 to 2024
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VTLE EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
VTLE Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 31.4% | -1.2% | -8.9% |
| 2023 | 73.3% | 36.2% | 44.9% |
| 2022 | 62.6% | 55.2% | 32.9% |
| 2021 | 54.3% | 51.1% | 10.4% |
| 2020 | 21.6% | -127.3% | -129.1% |
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Vital Energy, Inc. (VTLE) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Vital Energy, Inc. (VTLE) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$1.31B, reflecting -114.2% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-34.77 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -8.9%.
Looking at the long-term picture, VTLE's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $695M in fiscal 2023.
Vital Energy, Inc. is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MTDR ($483M net income, 20.8% margin), CIVI ($638M net income, 16.1% margin), SM ($131M net income, 20.5% margin), VTLE has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare VTLE vs MTDR →
VTLE Earnings vs Peers
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VTLE Historical Earnings Data (2009–2024)
16 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -$174M | -125.0% | -$23M | $-4.74 | -8.9% | -1.2% |
| 2023 | $695M | +10.1% | $560M | $33.44 | 44.9% | 36.2% |
| 2022 | $632M | +335.5% | $1.06B | $37.44 | 32.9% | 55.2% |
| 2021 | $145M | +116.6% | $713M | $10.03 | 10.4% | 51.1% |
| 2020 | -$874M | -155.3% | -$862M | $-74.92 | -129.1% | -127.3% |
| 2019 | -$342M | -205.5% | -$409M | $-29.61 | -40.9% | -48.8% |
| 2018 | $325M | -40.9% | $348M | $27.80 | 29.4% | 31.5% |
| 2017 | $549M | +310.5% | $250M | $45.80 | 66.8% | 30.4% |
| 2016 | -$261M | +88.2% | -$88M | $-23.20 | -43.6% | -14.7% |
| 2015 | -$2.21B | -932.1% | -$2.47B | $-222.00 | -364.3% | -407.4% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying VTLE stock.
Is VTLE growing earnings?
VTLE EPS fell to $-34.77, with earnings declining -114.2%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income dropped to $-1.3B.
What are VTLE's profit margins?
Vital Energy, Inc. net margin is -8.9%, with operating margin at -1.2%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are VTLE's earnings?
VTLE earnings data spans 2009-2024. The declining earnings trend is -114.2% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.