SM Energy Company (SM) Delivers Record Q2, Declares $0.20 Dividend Amid Oil Surge

We recently compiled a list of the 12 Best Stocks to Own for Grandchildren. SM Energy Company is one of them. SM Energy Company (NYSE:SM), a Denver-based independent energy producer, is strengthening its position as a leading player in U.S. oil and gas through strong operational execution and disciplined financial management. With core operations in the Permian and Uinta Basins, the company continues to expand production while advancing its ESG commitments. In September 2025, SM declared a quarterly cash ...