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APA Q2 Earnings Top as Callon Acquisition Drives Production
ZACKS· 2024-08-02 13:17
Core Viewpoint - APA Corporation reported strong second-quarter 2024 results, with adjusted earnings of $1.17 per share, exceeding expectations and showing year-over-year improvement, primarily driven by increased production from the Callon Petroleum acquisition [1] Financial Performance - Revenues reached $2.8 billion, a 42.4% increase from the previous year, and surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 20.7% [1] - The company generated $877 million in cash from operating activities and reported an adjusted operating cash flow of $1.1 billion [4] - Free cash flow was $103 million, compared to $94 million in the same quarter last year [4] Production and Pricing - Average production of oil and natural gas was 473,409 BOE/d, up 18.7% year-over-year, exceeding expectations [3] - U.S. output increased by 42.5% year-over-year to 303,416 BOE/d, while international production decreased by 8.7% [3] - Average realized crude oil price was $82.28 per barrel, a 7.7% increase from the previous year, while the average realized natural gas price fell to $1.77 per thousand cubic feet [3] Costs and Expenses - Lease operating expenses totaled $460 million, a 27.4% increase from the previous year, contributing to total operating expenses rising 47.8% to $1.9 billion [4] - The company incurred $839 million in upstream capital expenditures during the quarter [4] Shareholder Returns - APA Corporation continued to reward shareholders with dividends and buybacks, repurchasing 1.5 million shares at $28.72 each and paying out $92 million in dividends [1] Guidance - The company expects adjusted production to average 388,000 BOE/d in Q3 and 387,000 BOE/d for the full year, with upstream capital expenditure pegged at $2.7 billion or more [6]
APA(APA) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2024-08-01 22:19
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2024 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from _________ to _________ Commission File Number: 1-40144 APA CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 86-1430562 (State or oth ...
APA(APA) - 2024 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-08-01 19:27
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - APA Corporation reported consolidated net income of $541 million, or $1.46 per diluted common share for Q2 2024, with adjusted net income of $434 million, or $1.17 per share after excluding certain items [14][15] - Free cash flow generated during the first half of the year was approximately $200 million, with $311 million returned to shareholders, nearly half through share repurchases [15] - The company anticipates a substantial increase in free cash flow for the second half of the year compared to the first half [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the U.S., oil production volumes reached 139,500 barrels per day, up 67% from Q1 2024, largely due to the integration of Callon [6][10] - Oil now comprises 46% of total U.S. production following the Callon transaction, with cash flow sensitivity to a $5 per barrel change in oil price estimated at approximately $300 million annually [7][10] - Production in Egypt exceeded expectations, benefiting from new wells and improved recompletion results [7][11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The North Sea operations experienced better-than-forecast facility runtime, contributing to higher production [8] - In Suriname, the company remains on track for a final investment decision (FID) before year-end 2024, with first oil expected in 2028 [8][55] - The company raised its full-year estimate of income from third-party oil and gas purchased and sold by $120 million to around $350 million, driven by favorable pricing differentials [20] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The integration of Callon is expected to yield annual cost synergies of $250 million, with operational synergies projected at $120 million annually [16][17] - The company is focused on improving capital efficiency and well performance on Callon acreage, with a preliminary estimate indicating a $1 million reduction in drilling costs per standardized two-mile lateral [9][36] - APA Corporation is committed to maintaining a strong balance sheet while balancing shareholder returns and capital expenditures [15][39] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in operational progress in Egypt and the U.S., with expectations for continued strong base production performance [11][12] - The company anticipates a strong oil growth trajectory in the second half of 2024, with increased production guidance for Q4 [10][12] - Management highlighted the importance of safety and environmental goals, as well as ongoing discussions regarding potential gas projects in Egypt [13][72] Other Important Information - The company is now subject to the U.S. alternative minimum tax, introducing new guidance for current U.S. tax accruals of $95 million for the year [20] - The Callon acquisition closed on April 1, 2024, and the full-year 2024 guidance reflects combined results from APA and Callon [4] Q&A Session Summary Question: CapEx run rate and future guidance - The CapEx run rate for Q4 is expected to be around $600 million, with a potential decline year-over-year [21][22] Question: Inventory depth post-Callon acquisition - Management is working on understanding inventory depth and believes productivity improvements could increase inventory visibility [24][25] Question: Rig count impact on production in Egypt - The reduction in rig count is expected to free up workover rig time, allowing for significant recompletion projects [28][29] Question: Shareholder return strategy - The company aims for at least 60% of free cash flow to be returned to shareholders through dividends and buybacks [38][39] Question: Future opportunities in Suriname - The company remains on track for FID in Suriname by year-end 2024, with ongoing collaboration with partners [55][56] Question: Alaska exploration activities - The company is excited about exploration opportunities in Alaska, particularly following the King Street Discovery [64][65]
APA(APA) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Results
2024-08-01 13:41
Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE APA Corporation Announces Second-Quarter 2024 Financial and Operational Results Key Takeaways • Reported production of 473,000 barrels of oil equivalent (BOE) per day; adjusted production, which excludes Egypt noncontrolling interest and tax barrels, was 405,000 BOE per day; • Exceeded second-quarter U.S. oil production guidance and raising full-year guidance; • Expect U.S. oil production to increase 8% from second-quarter 2024 to fourth-quarter 2024; • Egypt adjusted production ex ...
Can Callon Acquisition Help APA Post Strong Q2 Earnings?
ZACKS· 2024-07-25 13:01
Core Viewpoint - APA Corporation is expected to report second-quarter results on July 31, with a consensus estimate of 95 cents per share and revenues of $2.3 billion, reflecting a year-over-year increase in both earnings and revenues [1][4]. Group 1: Previous Quarter Performance - In the last reported quarter, APA missed the consensus earnings estimate of 90 cents, reporting adjusted earnings of 78 cents, while revenues of $1.9 billion exceeded expectations by $29 million due to higher commodity prices [2]. - The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise average of 5.5%, having surpassed estimates twice and missed twice [2]. Group 2: Estimate Revisions - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the second-quarter earnings has been revised downward by 12% in the past week, indicating a 24.7% rise year-over-year, while revenue estimates suggest an 18% increase from the previous year [4]. Group 3: Production and Costs - APA is anticipated to benefit from increased domestic production, with expected average second-quarter volumes at 292,395 barrels of oil equivalent per day (BOE/d), a 37.4% increase from the previous year [5]. - However, lease operating expenses and property/equipment costs are projected to rise significantly due to inflation, with estimates of $459.7 million and $596.2 million, reflecting increases of 27.4% and 68.4% respectively from the prior year [6]. Group 4: Earnings Prediction Model - The Zacks model does not predict an earnings beat for APA, as the Earnings ESP is -3.37% and the company holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [7]. Group 5: Alternative Investment Opportunities - Other energy firms with better earnings prospects include Enterprise Products Partners L.P. with an Earnings ESP of +4.25% and a Zacks Rank of 3, and Northern Oil and Gas with an Earnings ESP of +1.82% and a Zacks Rank of 3 [8][9].
APA Corporation Publishes 2024 Sustainability Report
Newsfilter· 2024-07-23 12:30
HOUSTON, July 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- APA Corporation (NASDAQ:APA) today published its 2024 Sustainability Report. Highlights from the report include the achievement of key Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals in 2023 and progression of the company's sustainability initiatives and emissions reduction efforts. The full report is available on APA's website. "Throughout the past year, APA has demonstrated consistent progress and excellent performance across our sustainability focus areas while ...
The Trump Trade: 3 Oil Stocks To Consider
Seeking Alpha· 2024-07-17 11:38
Herdik Herlambang/iStock via Getty Images Did you see the oil services stocks take off recently? The VanEck Oil Services ETF (OIH) surged by nearly 4% as the "drill baby drill" "Trump Trade" came back into focus on Monday. With fewer than four months until the presidential election, former President Trump leads by roughly 3% in many polls. However, that's just the polling. If we look at the odds, Donald Trump is approaching a 70% of winning in November. Therefore, as investors, we should seriously consider ...
APA (APA) Surpasses Market Returns: Some Facts Worth Knowing
ZACKS· 2024-07-16 23:21
In the latest market close, APA (APA) reached $31.67, with a +0.67% movement compared to the previous day. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 0.64%. At the same time, the Dow added 1.85%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 0.2%.Prior to today's trading, shares of the oil and natural gas producer had gained 12.6% over the past month. This has outpaced the Oils-Energy sector's loss of 8% and the S&P 500's gain of 3.82% in that time.Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a ...
APA Corporation Provides Second-Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information and Schedules Results Conference Call for August 1 at 10 a.m. Central Time
Newsfilter· 2024-07-11 21:03
HOUSTON, July 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- APA Corporation (Nasdaq: APA) today provided supplemental information regarding certain second-quarter 2024 financial and operational results. This information is intended only to provide additional information regarding current estimates management believes will affect results for the second-quarter 2024. It is provided to assist investors, analysts and others in formulating their own estimates, and is not intended to be a comprehensive presentation of all factors ...
APA Corporation Provides Second-Quarter 2024 Supplemental Information and Schedules Results Conference Call for August 1 at 10 a.m. Central Time
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2024-07-11 21:03
HOUSTON, July 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- APA Corporation (Nasdaq: APA) today provided supplemental information regarding certain second-quarter 2024 financial and operational results. This information is intended only to provide additional information regarding current estimates management believes will affect results for the second-quarter 2024. It is provided to assist investors, analysts and others in formulating their own estimates, and is not intended to be a comprehensive presentation of all factors ...