SM Energy: Merger Scale and Cash Flow Make This a Compelling Long Trade
SM Energy (SM) looks cheap on several measures after combining with Civitas Resources. The company now has scale in the Permian, an explicit plan to prioritize free cash flow, a raised dividend and targeted asset sales. With EV/EBITDA near 4.3 and free cash flow of roughly $539M, SM is a value play with a clear catalyst set. Here's a practical trad…