Berger Montague Reminds Civitas Resources (NYSE: CIVI) Investors With Substantial Losses to Inquire About a Securities Fraud Class Action by July 1, 2025

Core Viewpoint - A securities class action lawsuit has been filed against Civitas Resources, Inc. for failing to disclose significant operational challenges during the Class Period from February 27, 2024, to February 24, 2025 [1][3]. Financial Performance - Civitas reported Q4 2024 revenue of $1.29 billion, missing consensus estimates by $3.44 million, and non-GAAP earnings per share of $1.78, which was $0.21 below expectations [4]. - The company’s net income for the quarter was $151.1 million, or $1.57 per share, a decline from $302.9 million, or $3.23 per share, in the same quarter the previous year [4]. Operational Challenges - The lawsuit claims that Civitas was likely to significantly reduce its oil production in 2025 due to declines after reaching peak production in the DJ Basin in Q4 2024 [3]. - To increase oil production, Civitas would need to acquire additional acreage and development locations, and implement disruptive cost-reduction measures [3]. Workforce and Management Changes - Civitas announced a 10% reduction in its workforce across all levels and terminated its Chief Operating Officer and Chief Transformation Officer [5]. Market Reaction - Following the announcement of its financial results and operational outlook, Civitas's stock price fell by $8.95 per share, or 18%, closing at $40.35 on February 25, 2025 [6].