Crescent Energy delivered one of its strongest operational updates yet in its Q3 2025 earnings call, and the spotlight once again fell on the Eagle Ford. In a basin where many operators are wrestling with declining well performance, Crescent is achieving the opposite: rising productivity, lower capital costs, and improved economics across its footprint. Their results show a company leveraging disciplined operations, technical optimization, and flexible commodity exposure to stay ahead of the curve.

Crescent Energy (NYSE: CRGY) signed a definitive agreement to acquire Vital Energy (NYSE: VTLE) in an all-stock deal valued at ~$3.1B (incl. debt), creating a top-10 independent with a clear path toward an investment-grade profile.