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Fiscal Year 2026
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Blackrod Phase 1 is on track for first oil in Q3 2026, driving a 50% production increase by 2028 and supporting five-year free cash flow of $1–2 billion. Capital allocation will balance growth, buybacks, and potential dividends, with a strong focus on operational excellence and sustainability.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Production and financial results for 2025 were strong, with output at the top end of guidance and major milestones achieved at Blackrod. Operating cash flow was $259 million, and share buybacks reduced shares outstanding by 6.5%.
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Q3 production and cash flow exceeded guidance, with operating costs below target and Blackrod Phase 1 ahead of schedule. Net debt stands at $435 million, and 2025 CapEx is raised to $340 million due to accelerated Blackrod activity. Shares trade at a 40% discount to NAV.
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Q2 production and financials were in line with guidance, with strong operational performance and continued investment in Blackrod Phase I. Net debt rose to $375 million, but liquidity remains robust, and the share buyback program is nearly complete.
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Q1 saw strong operational and financial performance with production and costs in line with guidance, robust progress on BlackRock Phase 1, and a tightened free cash flow outlook. Share buybacks neared completion, and hedging provided downside protection amid volatile oil prices.
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Record 2024 investment drove growth, with Blackrod Phase 1 on track for first oil in 2026 and a 50% production increase by 2028. Strong liquidity, robust reserves, and disciplined capital allocation underpin a five-year plan targeting $1.2–2 billion in free cash flow, while buybacks and sustainability remain priorities.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Record $442M investment in 2024 drove Blackrod Phase I progress and robust production of 47,400 BOEs/day, with $342M in operating cash flow and net profit above $100M. Free cash flow was negative due to growth CapEx, but base business yielded 15%.
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Q3 production and financials were in line with guidance, with strong cash flow and robust liquidity despite peak CapEx for Blackrod. Share buybacks continue, and 2024 guidance is maintained. Blackrod remains on schedule and budget, with first oil expected in 2026.
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Q2 saw strong production and cash flow, with guidance maintained for 2024. Blackrod Phase I remains on schedule and budget, while share buybacks continue to create value. Operating costs are trending at the low end of guidance, and the balance sheet remains robust.