SM Energy Company (NYSE:SM) is among the 12 Best Crude Oil Stocks to Buy for Dividends, focusing on natural gas and crude oil exploration and production in the US.

SM Energy declared a dividend of $0.20 per share on December 16, with a robust annual yield of 4.23%.

The FTC granted early termination for SM Energy’s merger with Civitas Resources, a $12.8 billion transaction expected to close in Q1 2026.

KeyBanc lowered SM Energy’s price target to $28 but maintained an ‘Overweight’ rating, citing confidence in the merger’s benefits.

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