Vital Energy, Inc. reported a net loss of $353.5 million in the third quarter of 2025, with Adjusted Net Income of $57.6 million and cash flow from operating activities of $286.6 million. The company also generated Consolidated EBITDAX of $308.5 million and Adjusted Free Cash Flow of $5.5 million.

Despite the pending merger with Crescent Energy Company, Vital Energy achieved operational execution and cost discipline in the third quarter. The company turned-in-line 26 wells, completed a 12-horseshoe-well package, and exceeded production guidance. Vital Energy looks forward to joining forces with Crescent to enhance shareholder value.

Due to the pending merger, Vital Energy will not provide guidance for 2025. The company does not expect to offer guidance before the Transaction closes. The U.S. government shutdown has temporarily affected the SEC’s review of all merger proxies, but both Vital Energy and Crescent continue to progress towards closing the Transaction.

Net Debt for Vital Energy stands at $2.29 billion as of September 30, 2025, after reducing total and Net Debt by $40 million and $24.5 million, respectively. The company’s Net Debt to Consolidated EBITDAX ratio is a key measure used by management for strategic planning and forecasting.

Investors can access additional financial information and documents related to the Transaction on Vital Energy’s website or through the SEC’s Electronic Data Gathering and Analysis Retrieval System. For further inquiries, contact Investor Relations at Vital Energy.

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