Piper Sandler Sustains "Hold" Rating for Black Stone Minerals

This report details Piper Sandler's maintained "Hold" rating for Black Stone Minerals (BSM), along with other analyst perspectives, upcoming earnings announcements, and dividend distributions from the company.

Market Perspectives: Evaluating Black Stone Minerals' Investment Position

Piper Sandler Reaffirms "Hold" Stance on Black Stone Minerals Shares

Financial firm Piper Sandler, through its analyst Mark Lear, has reiterated a "Hold" recommendation for Black Stone Minerals, L.P. (BSM), setting a price target of $13. This assessment, updated on January 28, 2026, aligns with a similar "Hold" rating issued by Tim Rezvan of KeyBanc on January 16, 2026. Data from CNN, as of February 15, 2026, indicates that the majority of analysts – three out of four – covering the stock also lean towards a "Hold" position.

Forthcoming Financial Disclosures and Investor Payouts

Black Stone Minerals, L.P. recently announced, on February 4, 2026, its schedule for discussing fourth-quarter 2025 financial results and its comprehensive full-year 2025 performance during an earnings call slated for February 24, 2026. The company also confirmed that its Board of Directors has approved a cash distribution of $0.30 per common unit for Q4 2025, mirroring the payout from the preceding quarter. Investors holding units by February 18, 2026, will qualify for this payment, which is scheduled for February 25, 2026. The firm has been actively pursuing expansion initiatives, particularly in the Hainesville and Shelby trough regions, which are anticipated to bolster its future earnings.

A Legacy in Energy: Black Stone Minerals' Enduring Presence

Tracing its origins back to 1876, Black Stone Minerals, L.P. stands as one of the most substantial proprietors of oil and natural gas mineral rights across the United States. The company's operational hub is situated in Texas, underscoring its deep roots within the nation's energy landscape.