Expand Energy Corp has recently released its 10-K report, detailing its operations as an independent natural gas production company in the United States. The company engages in the acquisition, exploration, and development of properties to produce oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. It holds interests in the Marcellus Shale in Pennsylvania, the Marcellus and Utica Shales in Ohio and West Virginia, and the Haynesville and Bossier Shales in Louisiana. The company was formerly known as Chesapeake Energy Corporation and changed its name to Expand Energy Corporation in October 2024. It was founded in 1989 and is based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
In the 10-K report, the company's natural gas, oil, and NGL production and average sales prices for the year ended December 31, 2025, are detailed. The report shows that total natural gas, oil, and NGL sales in 2025 increased by $5,507 million compared to 2024. This increase was primarily driven by the Southwestern Merger, resulting in increased volumes across all operating areas. The report also details production expenses, which increased by $319 million compared to 2024. The increase was primarily related to the Southwestern Merger and increased volumes across all operating areas. Gathering, processing, and transportation expenses also increased by $1,341 million compared to 2024, primarily due to the Southwestern Merger and increased volumes and rates across all operating areas. Severance and ad valorem taxes increased by $96 million compared to 2024, primarily due to the Southwestern Merger, which impacted each of the company's operating areas.
The report also covers gains and losses on derivatives, marketing revenues and expenses, exploration expenses, general and administrative expenses, separation and other termination costs, depreciation, depletion, and amortization, as well as other operating expenses, net. Additionally, it details interest expenses, income tax expenses, and critical accounting estimates, including natural gas and oil reserves, accounting for business combinations, income taxes, and impairments.
The company's 10-K report provides a comprehensive overview of its financial performance and operations, highlighting key areas of growth and challenges faced during the reporting period. Following these announcements, the company's shares moved 0.36%, and are now trading at a price of $99.88. For more information, read the company's full 10-K submission here.
