Equity Profile

NOG

Northern Oil and Gas, Inc.

EnergyOil & Gas Exploration & Production$2.3B

Aug6Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Northern Oil and Gas, Inc. (NOG) is an energy company focused on oil and gas exploration and production....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and will show how well NOG is managing its costs and revenues.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will indicate how effectively NOG is expanding its operations and capturing market share in the oil and gas sector.

N/A

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NOG Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Northern Oil and Gas, Inc. (NOG) is an energy company focused on oil and gas exploration and production. With a market cap of $2 billion, it plays a significant role in the energy sector, particularly as global demand for oil fluctuates. Investors are keenly watching how it navigates the current energy landscape amid changing market conditions.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+2.03%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.17%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, NOG reported an EPS of $0.74, slightly missing the estimate of $0.75. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.57% the next day, indicating some investor confidence despite the miss.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautious ahead of NOG's earnings report, especially given the mixed performance in previous quarters. The market is looking for signs of stability in earnings and revenue growth.

Bull Case

If NOG can report better-than-expected earnings and demonstrate strong production levels, it could signal a recovery and attract more investors, driving the stock price higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports disappointing earnings or lower production levels, it may raise concerns about its operational efficiency and lead to a decline in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

The EPS figure will be critical in determining the company's profitability and could influence investor sentiment significantly.

How do production levels compare to previous quarters?

Production levels are a direct indicator of operational efficiency and market demand, which are essential for future growth.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating NOG's ability to manage costs and maintain production levels despite recent challenges in the oil market.

Supporting Evidence

NOG has consistently beaten EPS estimates in 63% of the last 8 quarters, indicating potential for positive surprises.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating heightened expectations.

The company's operational efficiency improvements may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

Key Risk

If production levels exceed expectations, it could significantly shift market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether NOG can maintain its profitability amidst fluctuating oil prices and production challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.80 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.70 would raise concerns about profitability and operational efficiency.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.22%

Historical Avg

±1.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±9.2% while NOG has averaged ±1.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

45.9%

Calls (109K)P/C Ratio: 0.30Puts (73K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 17 of 29 (59%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Energy in the last 2 years. 17 of 29 faded and 12 held — no strong directional bias after the initial reaction. The average absolute 1-day move is 3.5%, with a raw directional average of -0.0% (roughly flat historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If NOG beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a modest increase, confirming a positive outlook for the company.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may remain stable, but cautious commentary could lead to a slight decline.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a larger drop, with history suggesting an average decline of around 1.04%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on production levels and efficiency improvements.
2Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into market demand for oil and gas in the upcoming quarters.
4Management's outlook on future earnings and revenue growth.
5Responses to any analyst questions regarding recent market volatility.

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Company Snapshot

Northern Oil and Gas, Inc. (NOG) is an energy company focused on oil and gas exploration and production....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of the company's profitability and will show how well NOG is managing its costs and revenues.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth will indicate how effectively NOG is expanding its operations and capturing market share in the oil and gas sector.

N/A

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

NOG Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+2.03%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.17%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, NOG reported an EPS of $0.74, slightly missing the estimate of $0.75. The stock reacted positively, gaining 2.57% the next day, indicating some investor confidence despite the miss.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If NOG can report better-than-expected earnings and demonstrate strong production levels, it could signal a recovery and attract more investors, driving the stock price higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company reports disappointing earnings or lower production levels, it may raise concerns about its operational efficiency and lead to a decline in stock price.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be for Q2-2026?

The EPS figure will be critical in determining the company's profitability and could influence investor sentiment significantly.

How do production levels compare to previous quarters?

Production levels are a direct indicator of operational efficiency and market demand, which are essential for future growth.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating NOG's ability to manage costs and maintain production levels despite recent challenges in the oil market.

Supporting Evidence

NOG has consistently beaten EPS estimates in 63% of the last 8 quarters, indicating potential for positive surprises.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating heightened expectations.

The company's operational efficiency improvements may not be fully reflected in current estimates.

Key Risk

If production levels exceed expectations, it could significantly shift market sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether NOG can maintain its profitability amidst fluctuating oil prices and production challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.80 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and investor confidence.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.70 would raise concerns about profitability and operational efficiency.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.22%

Historical Avg

±1.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±9.2% while NOG has averaged ±1.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

45.9%

Calls (109K)P/C Ratio: 0.30Puts (73K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter miss + options pricing rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 17 of 29 (59%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If NOG beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a modest increase, confirming a positive outlook for the company.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may remain stable, but cautious commentary could lead to a slight decline.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a larger drop, with history suggesting an average decline of around 1.04%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on production levels and efficiency improvements.
2Details on cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Insights into market demand for oil and gas in the upcoming quarters.
4Management's outlook on future earnings and revenue growth.
5Responses to any analyst questions regarding recent market volatility.