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Chord Energy (CHRD) - 2024 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-08-08 16:09
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Chord Energy reported adjusted free cash flow of approximately $263 million for Q2 2024, which was above expectations and included a full quarter of Enerplus' results [7][22] - The company declared a variable dividend of $1.27 per share, in addition to a base dividend of $1.25 per share, reflecting a return of 75% of adjusted free cash flow to shareholders [7][8] - Capital expenditures were below expectations due to timing adjustments, and lease operating expenses (LOE) came in favorable, reflecting lower maintenance costs [6][10] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Oil volumes for Q2 2024 were at the top end of guidance, driven by strong well performance and reduced downtime [6] - The company plans to maintain its capital guidance for the year despite increasing its full-year oil production guidance by 500 barrels per day [10][11] - Chord is focusing on non-operated spending in the second half of the year, investing in attractive non-operated opportunities acquired through the Enerplus transaction [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Williston Basin is highlighted as having the highest oil cut among major onshore basins, supporting strong margins and returns [13][14] - Chord's average spacing across the basin is wider than other operators, which has contributed to improved capital efficiency [18][19] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Chord is committed to efficient and sustainable free cash generation, focusing on a maintenance plus program without increasing capital expenditures for the year [8][10] - The integration with Enerplus is progressing well, with expectations of achieving over $200 million in synergies, up from an initial estimate of $150 million [11][20] - The company is exploring opportunities to optimize well spacing and enhance economic returns from the combined asset base [19] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strategic and financial benefits of the Enerplus acquisition, noting that integration efforts are yielding positive results [11][12] - The company anticipates improvements in oil realizations in the second half of the year, despite weaker pricing for natural gas and NGLs in Q2 [24][25] - Management emphasized a commitment to continuous improvement in operations, including emissions and safety, with plans to publish a sustainability report later this year [15] Other Important Information - Chord's liquidity as of June 30 was approximately $1.1 billion, with $575 million drawn on its $1.5 billion credit facility [27] - The company has implemented hedges since the last update, with details available in the latest investor presentation [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Confidence in 3-mile EURs and 2025 development strategy - Management is currently developing the 2025 full development plan and expects to see positive incremental benefits from longer laterals and wider spacing in Enerplus acreage [29][30][31] Question: Improvements from Enerplus assets - Management noted a 16% improvement in drilling cycle times since the acquisition and expects to achieve further efficiencies through the adoption of Enerplus' completion techniques [36][37] Question: Synergies and downtime improvements - Management confirmed that improvements in downtime have been factored into synergy expectations, with confidence in exceeding the $200 million target [47] Question: Maintenance capital and crew count - Management indicated that the current maintenance capital is around $1.5 billion, with plans to adjust crew counts based on operational needs [58][46] Question: Extended laterals and decline rates - Management stated that longer laterals are expected to moderate the overall corporate decline rate, with a small single-digit percentage impact anticipated [60] Question: Variability in spacing and ongoing optimization - Management acknowledged that while current practices are yielding positive results, they are continuously evaluating and optimizing well spacing across the field [62][64]
Chord Energy (CHRD) - 2024 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2024-08-08 16:00
August 7, 2024 Positive Rate of Change Continues Important Disclosures Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements Certain statements in this press release, other than statements of historical facts, that address activities, events or developments that Chord expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future, including any statements regarding the benefits and synergies of the Enerplus combination, future opportunities for Chord, future financial performance and condition, guidance and statement ...
Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD) Misses Q2 Earnings Estimates
ZACKS· 2024-08-07 23:21
Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD) came out with quarterly earnings of $4.69 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5 per share. This compares to earnings of $3.65 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items. This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of -6.20%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post earnings of $4.75 per share when it actually produced earnings of $5.10, delivering a surprise of 7.37%. Over the last four quarters, the c ...
Chord Energy (CHRD) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Results
2024-08-07 21:14
Exhibit 99.1 Chord Energy Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial and Operating Results, Declares Base and Variable Dividends and Issues an Updated Outlook Houston, Texas — August 7, 2024 — Chord Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: CHRD) ("Chord", "Chord Energy" or the "Company") today reported financial and operating results for the second quarter 2024. The results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 include the results of Enerplus Corporation ("Enerplus") for the period subsequent to May 31, 2024, unle ...
Chord Energy Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial and Operating Results, Declares Base and Variable Dividends and Issues an Updated Outlook
Prnewswire· 2024-08-07 20:30
HOUSTON, Aug. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chord Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: CHRD) ("Chord", "Chord Energy" or the "Company") today reported financial and operating results for the second quarter 2024. The results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2024 include the results of Enerplus Corporation ("Enerplus") for the period subsequent to May 31, 2024, unless otherwise noted. Metric Actual Guidance(1) Oil Volumes (MBopd) 118.1 115.6 – 118.6 NGL Volumes (MBblpd) 40.5 37.9 – 38.9 Natural Gas Volumes (MMcfp ...
Chord Energy Schedules Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Release and Conference Call
Prnewswire· 2024-07-25 20:15
HOUSTON, July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chord Energy Corp. (Nasdaq: CHRD) ("Chord" or the "Company") plans to announce its second quarter 2024 financial and operating results on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 after market close. The Company will host a live webcast and conference call on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. Central. Investors, analysts and other interested parties are invited to listen to the webcast: Date: Thursday, August 8, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. Central Live Webcast: https://app.webinar.net/oG ...
Top Wall Street analysts suggest these 3 dividend stocks for enhanced returns
CNBC· 2024-06-16 13:28
Here are three attractive dividend stocks, according to Wall Street's top pros on TipRanks, a platform that ranks analysts based on their past performance. Earlier this month, RBC Capital analyst Nik Modi upgraded his rating for KMB stock to buy from hold and boosted the price target to $165 from $126. The upgrade followed a thorough assessment of the company following its analyst day event in March, which reflected that KMB has "shifted from a cost-focused company to a growth-oriented enterprise." Chord En ...
Chord Energy (CHRD) - 2024 Q1 - Quarterly Results
2024-06-06 11:01
7.3 Ratification and Affirmation; Representations and Warranties. Each Credit Party hereby: (a) acknowledges the terms of this Fifth Amendment, (b) ratifies and affirms its obligations under, and acknowledges its continued liability under, each Loan Document to which it is a party and agrees that each Loan Document to which it is a party remains in full force and effect as expressly amended hereby and (c) represents and warrants to the Lenders that as of the date hereof, after giving effect to the execution ...
5E Advanced Materials Provides Organizational Update
Newsfilter· 2024-06-04 11:00
HESPERIA, Calif., June 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 5E Advanced Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:FEAM) (ASX: 5EA) ("5E" or the "Company"), a boron and lithium company with U.S. government Critical Infrastructure designation for its 5E Boron Americas Complex, today provided a business update regarding its executive leadership and organizational structure. Effective June 3, 2024, the Company announces the resignation of Chief Executive Officer Susan Brennan. The Company's Board of Directors (the "Board") expresses its ...
Chord (CHRD) Updates 2024 Outlook After Enerplus Acquisition
ZACKS· 2024-06-03 14:26
Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD) completed the acquisition of Enerplus Corporation on May 31, 2024. The acquisition, valued at $4 billion, received the approval of both Chord and Enerplus shareholders on May 14 and May 24, respectively. It was also approved by the Court of King's Bench of Alberta on May 28, 2024. The merger is expected to create a leading operator within the Williston Basin. The combined entity is anticipated to boast significantly low-cost inventory, a sound financial position, and deliver ...