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Gulfport Expands Utica Core with 4,700-Acre Belmont County Lease

Jun 29, 2026, 4:25 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Bolt-on Utica acreage near Gulfport's existing assets enhances development efficiency, economies of scale, and potential reserves add, likely improving IRR and NAV. Similar bolt-ons have historically supported modest to material multiples if followed by timely development and robust midstream access; however, the 2027 start delays near-term upside.

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Gulfport Energy announces the acquisition of ~4,700 net undeveloped Utica acres in Belmont County for $83 million, expanding its core Ohio inventory. The contiguous, liquids-rich land near existing assets aims to improve development efficiency, unlock synergies, and maximize midstream utilization, with development slated for 2027 and returns at the top end of Gulfport's portfolio. The deal is funded from cash on hand and revolver capacity.

  • Gulfport acquires ~4,700 net Utica acres in Belmont County for $83 million.
  • Adds contiguous core land adjacent to existing operations, enabling synergies.
  • Located in liquids-rich Utica wet gas window, a top-tier asset for Gulfport.
  • Adds ~16 net locations, normalized to 15,000' laterals in high-return tier.
  • Development expected to commence in 2027; funded by cash on hand and revolver.

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