Chesapeake Energy (CHKAQ) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Chesapeake Energy Corporation is an independent exploration and production company specializing in the development of unconventional natural gas, oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). Headquartered in Oklahoma City, the company focuses on leveraging advanced drilling and completion technologies to optimize resource recovery and manage costs across its asset base. Chesapeake’s operating strategy emphasizes lower-risk, high-return acreage, as well as disciplined capital allocation and environmental stewardship.

Founded in 1989 by Aubrey McClendon and Tom Ward, Chesapeake was a pioneer in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, which helped fuel the U.S. shale revolution. Over the years, the company built a diverse portfolio of unconventional resource plays, including positions in the Marcellus and Utica shales in Appalachia, the Eagle Ford and Haynesville basins in the Gulf Coast region, and the Powder River Basin of Wyoming. After navigating industry downturns and restructuring its balance sheet, Chesapeake emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2021 with a streamlined organization and renewed focus on free cash flow generation.

Today, Chesapeake operates primarily in the Permian Basin of West Texas and southeastern New Mexico, as well as in Appalachia and the Eagle Ford region. The company’s leadership team, led by President and Chief Executive Officer Doug Lawler, emphasizes operational excellence, cost containment and sustainable practices. Through continuous innovation and strategic portfolio management, Chesapeake seeks to deliver reliable energy supplies to domestic and international markets while adhering to rigorous environmental and safety standards.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $3.05 to $3.05
• 50-Day Range: $3.05 to $3.05
• 52-Week Range: $1.49 to $106.40
• Volume: N/A
• Average Volume: 653,465 shs
• Market Capitalization: $29.83 million
• P/E Ratio: N/A
• Dividend Yield: N/A
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

CHKAQ Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have CHKAQ shares performed this year?

Chesapeake Energy's stock was trading at $3.05 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, CHKAQ stock has increased by 0.0% and is now trading at $3.05.

How were Chesapeake Energy's earnings last quarter?

Chesapeake Energy Co. (OTCMKTS:CHKAQ) issued its earnings results on Wednesday, February, 26th. The oil and gas exploration company reported ($8.00) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts' consensus estimates of ($12.00) by $4.00. The oil and gas exploration company had revenue of $969 million for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.21 billion.

When did Chesapeake Energy's stock split?

Chesapeake Energy's stock reverse split before market open on Wednesday, April 15th 2020.The 1-200 reverse split was announced on Monday, April 13th 2020. The number of shares owned by shareholders was adjusted after the closing bell on Tuesday, April 14th 2020. An investor that had 100 shares of stock prior to the reverse split would have 1 shares after the split.

Does Chesapeake Energy have any subsidiaries?

Chesapeake Energy subsidiaries include WildHorse Resource Development, Appalachia Midstream Services, Bronco Drilling, Gene D. Yost & Son, Hodges Trucking Company, AnSon Production, DLB Oil & Gas, and more.

How do I buy shares of Chesapeake Energy?

Shares of CHKAQ stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 2/26/2020
• Today: 7/17/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Energy
• Industry: Crude Petroleum & Natural Gas
• Sub-Industry: Oil & Gas Exploration & Production
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:CHKAQ
• CIK: 895126
• Web: www.chk.com
• Phone: (405) 848-8000
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 1,000
• Year Founded: 1989

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): ($54.00)
• Trailing P/E Ratio: N/A
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: -$308 million
• Net Margins: -162.46%
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: -3.45%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: 0.35
• Quick Ratio: 0.35

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $8.49 billion
• Price / Sales: 0.00
• Cash Flow: $152.50 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 0.02
• Book Value: $283.50 per share
• Price / Book: 0.01

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 9,781,000
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: $29.83 million
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 1.25