Over the past five years, EOG Resources, Inc. has shown a remarkable recovery and expansion following a challenging 2020, when the company reported negative gross profit, operating income, and net income. In 2020, revenue stood at approximately 11,032 million USD, reflecting a difficult operational environment. However, by 2021, revenue jumped to 18,642 million USD and the company reversed its losses to deliver a net income of 4,664 million USD. This sharp turnaround suggests that favorable market conditions or strategic operational adjustments helped overcome the previous year's setbacks. Revenue and profit metrics continued to improve in 2022, with revenue reaching 25,702 million USD and net income surging to 7,759 million USD. Such increases represent over a 30% year-over-year rise in revenue from 2021 to 2022. Notably, however, in 2023 and 2024 the company experienced declines: revenue decreased to 24,186 million USD in 2023 and further to 23,698 million USD in 2024, while net income fell to 7,594 million USD in 2023 and then to 6,403 million USD in 2024. The downward shifts—particularly the overall more than 20% drop from the 2022 highs to 2024 in net income—could be attributed to less favorable market prices, increased operational costs, or reduced production volumes. Overall, while EOG Resources has demonstrated the ability to rebound from a difficult period and achieve substantial growth, the recent declines highlight the need for continued attention to market trends and operational efficiency to ensure long-term financial health and sustainability in the volatile energy industry.
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