Antero Resources delivered a robust third quarter in 2025, marked by significant operational achievements including new drilling and completion records. The company reported a net income of $76 million and an adjusted net income of $48 million, alongside a substantial increase in Adjusted EBITDAX and Free Cash Flow compared to the prior year. Strategic acquisitions totaling $260 million were completed, expanding the company's Marcellus footprint and production capacity, funded by 2025 Free Cash Flow. Antero also initiated dry gas development and continued its share repurchase program.
Net income reached $76 million, with Adjusted Net Income at $48 million, reflecting strong financial performance.
Adjusted EBITDAX increased by 70% to $318 million, and Free Cash Flow rose to $91 million, demonstrating improved cash generation.
The company completed $260 million in strategic acquisitions within its core Marcellus acreage, adding 75-100 MMcfe/d of net production and 10 net undeveloped locations.
Antero set multiple operational records, including the longest lateral drilled (over 22,000 feet) and the highest completion stages per day (14.5).
Antero Resources anticipates increased production in Q4 2025 due to recent acquisitions, targeting the high end of its full-year production guidance. The company is also increasing its full-year land capital budget to expand its Marcellus footprint and expects a higher C3+ NGL realized price premium in Q4.