HPK (HighPeak Energy) Retained Earnings: $305.1 Mil (As of Mar. 2026)

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HPK HighPeak Energy Inc HPK
55 GF Score
Price $7.37
GF Value $10.12
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is HighPeak Energy Retained Earnings?

HighPeak Energy HPK +1.45% 55 Retained Earnings is $305.1 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates HPK with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.12 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. HighPeak Energy's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $305.1 Mil.

HighPeak Energy's quarterly retained earnings declined from Sep. 2025 ($463.3 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($432.5 Mil) and declined from Dec. 2025 ($432.5 Mil) to Mar. 2026 ($305.1 Mil).

HighPeak Energy's annual retained earnings increased from Dec. 2023 ($363.3 Mil) to Dec. 2024 ($435.8 Mil) but then declined from Dec. 2024 ($435.8 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($432.5 Mil).


HighPeak Energy  (NAS:HPK) Retained Earnings Explanation

Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.

For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.

If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.

Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.

Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.

One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.

If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.

If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.

Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.

Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.

The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.


HighPeak Energy Retained Earnings Historical Data

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HighPeak Energy Retained Earnings Chart

HighPeak Energy Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Retained Earnings
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HighPeak Energy Quarterly Data
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HighPeak Energy Retained Earnings Calculation

Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.

Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Retained Earnings →
What does a Retained Earnings of $305.1 Mil mean?
HighPeak Energy (HPK) has a Retained Earnings of $305.1 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on HighPeak Energy and its competitors.
Is HighPeak Energy's Retained Earnings too high?
HighPeak Energy's current Retained Earnings is $305.1 Mil. Overall, HighPeak Energy has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does HighPeak Energy's Retained Earnings compare to REPX and GFR?
HighPeak Energy's Retained Earnings of $305.1 Mil can be compared against companies in the Oil & Gas industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for an Oil & Gas company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Oil & Gas industry context. However, Retained Earnings should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on HighPeak Energy and its competitors. HighPeak Energy's current Retained Earnings is $305.1 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is HighPeak Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HighPeak Energy (HPK) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.12, compared to a current price of $7.37 — trading 27.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is $305.1 Mil. HighPeak Energy's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For HighPeak Energy (HPK), the current Retained Earnings is $305.1 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is HighPeak Energy (HPK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HighPeak Energy stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $7.37 is trading 27.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $10.12. GuruFocus considers HighPeak Energy to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for HPK:

  • Retained Earnings: $305.1 Mil
  • GF Value™: $10.12 vs. price of $7.37 (27.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HPK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


HighPeak Energy Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges 58R:Germany
Address 421 West 3rd Street, Suite 1000, Fort Worth, TX, USA, 76102
HighPeak Energy Inc is an independent crude oil and natural gas exploration and production company that explores for, develops and produces crude oil, NGL, and natural gas prominently in Howard County of the Midland Basin. The company operates in a single segment, which is crude oil and natural gas development, exploration, and production in the U.S. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the Crude oil sales.
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