Evolution Petroleum is known for its prioritization of maximizing shareholder returns through buybacks and dividends. EPM has achieved remarkable growth, with both its sales and earnings increasing more than fivefold over the past decade. Annual sales have surged from a mere $21 million to surpass $100 million, while EPS has risen from 19 cents to $1.03 per share. The company introduced a dividend in 2013 and has continued to pay it out consistently, even during the oil market downturn induced by the COVID-19 pandemic.