Drilling for Success - Research Report on Chesapeake Energy Corporation, Cimarex Energy Corp., Goodrich Petroleum Corp., EV Energy Partners LP and SM Energy Corp.

NEW YORK, February 27, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --

Today, Investors Alliance announced new research reports highlighting Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NYSE: CHK), Cimarex Energy Corp. (NYSE: XEC), EV Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ: EVEP), Goodrich Petroleum Corp. (NYSE: GDP) and SM Energy Corp. (NYSE: SM). Today's readers may access these reports free of charge - including full price targets, industry analysis and analyst ratings - via the links below.

Chesapeake Energy Corporation Research Report

The organic growth story of Chesapeake is one which has been making analysts and investors feel more secure amid the falling price of natural gas. Chesapeake is in the process of reforming its management to reaffirm its commitment to guarantee its stakeholders of growth and profitability. The company's revenue rose by 30% year-over-year to $3.5 billion. Chesapeake's production of 1.422 trillion cubic feet of natural gas equivalent proves to be a great potential for the company to reach greater heights as the US holds a more solid ground to become a major natural gas exporter in the near future. The Full Research Report on Chesapeake Energy Corporation - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at:

[http://www.Investors-Alliance.com/r/full_research_report/da7f_CHK]

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Cimarex Energy Corp. Research Report

The profitability of oil and gas companies is a solid proof why Cimarex has been attracting investors to its stock. Cimarex beat expectations after reporting better-than-expected financial results for its fourth quarter and full-year 2012 earnings. The company posted a 3% revenue increase to $429.8 million for oil, gas and natural gas liquids during the fourth quarter. Cimarex' proven reserves increased by 10% to 2.3 trillion cubic feet equivalent by year-end. Its 2013 outlook projects an 8-13% increase in total production volume to an average of 675-705 MMcf. Analysts are expecting Cimarex to post another solid performance this year while the company continues to invest on exploration and development which totaled to $1.6 billion at the end of 2012. The Full Research Report on Cimarex Energy Corp.- including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at: [http://www.Investors-Alliance.com/r/full_research_report/b758_XEC]

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EV Energy Partners LP Research Report

While most oil and gas players continue to explore resource-rich locations in various regions, EV Energy Partners has been consistently generating cash flows from its onshore operations. According to a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), US may become the world's largest crude producer by 2020 and net crude exporter by 2030. Although analysts and investors agree that the growth potential of EV Energy Partners is beyond borders, the company's decision to focus on US oil and gas exploration and production may prove to be a strategic move to minimize risks. EV Energy Partners looks poised for growth as the company continues to maintain its healthy balance sheet and valuation. The company is set to announce its fourth quarter and full-year 2012 financial results on March 1, 2013 before the market open. The Full Research Report on EV Energy Partners LP - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at:

[http://www.Investors-Alliance.com/r/full_research_report/5472_EVEP]

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Goodrich Petroleum Corp. Research Report

After producing 1,250 barrels of crude in its Tuscaloosa Marine Shale, Goodrich has been rising to surpass its share price benchmark since 2008. Analysts consider this move as a profitable, long-term progress that will drive Goodrich to achieving a better positioning in the sector. The Tuscaloosa is expected to hold 7 billion barrels of oil based on a report by the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources. Goodrich is expecting a 40-60% oil volume growth in 2013 as the company focuses 85% of its capital expenditures to proceed to oil directed activity. The Full Research Report on Goodrich Petroleum Corp.- including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at:

[http://www.Investors-Alliance.com/r/full_research_report/c904_GDP]

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SM Energy Corp. Research Report

Reserves are probably one of the primary factors to consider every time investors look at energy players. SM Energy's 40% record proven reserves growth may probably keep the company to trade on the green for a while. The company's long-term growth is seen through its impressive oil production and reserves as the company continues its exploration and development in strategic locations. SM Energy holds 1,761 BCFE (293 MMBOE) at year-end 2012 while it increased its annual production by 29% to a record 218.9 BCFE (36.5 MMBOE). The Full Research Report on SM Energy Corp. - including full detailed breakdown, analyst ratings and price targets - is available to download free of charge at:

[http://www.Investors-Alliance.com/r/full_research_report/0d6c_SM]

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