Fort Worth, TX, Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EQV Ventures Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: EQV) (“EQV”), a special purpose acquisition company sponsored by EQV Group, and Presidio Investment Holdings, LLC (“PIH”), a differentiated oil and gas operator focused on the optimization of mature, producing oil and natural gas assets in the United States, today announced the filing of an amendment to the registration statement on Form S-4 (as amended, the “Registration Statement”) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange ...

Company Overview - EQV Ventures Acquisition Corp. is a special purpose acquisition company that has entered into a business combination agreement with Presidio Investment Holdings, LLC to form Presidio Production Company [1][3] - Presidio Petroleum LLC, the operator of mature oil and gas wells, focuses on optimizing existing production and generating sustainable cash flow from low-decline, producing assets [5] Business Combination Details - The proposed business combination will result in a US-domiciled, dividend-yield driven C Corp named "Presidio Production Company," with shares expected to be listed on the NYSE under the ticker "FTW" [3] - The transaction values Presidio Production at a pro forma enterprise value of approximately $660 million, which represents a discount to the combined proved developed PV-10 value [4] Market Context - The entry of Presidio Production into the public markets occurs during a transition in the energy sector, moving from a capital-intensive shale era to a focus on disciplined returns [4] - Presidio Production's business model is characterized by zero reliance on future drilling, minimal capital investment, and substantial free cash flow, distinguishing it from traditional operators [4]

Core Viewpoint - Presidio Investment Holdings, LLC and EQV Ventures Acquisition Corp. have announced a definitive business combination agreement, leading to Presidio becoming a publicly listed company with an estimated post-transaction enterprise value of approximately $660 million [1][10]. Company Overview - The combined entity will be named Presidio Production Company and will be led by the existing management team, including Co-CEOs Will Ulrich and Chris Hammack [2]. - Presidio focuses on optimizing mature oil and gas assets in the U.S., with a strategy of acquiring under-managed wells and enhancing production through technology [5][16]. Financial Highlights - The transaction is expected to create a stable dividend, with an anticipated annual common dividend of $1.35 per share, reflecting a 13.5% expected yield at a $10.00 share price [7]. - Presidio's expected net production for 2025 is 26 Mboe/d, with a low base decline rate of 8% compared to a 24% peer average [7][13]. - The financing for the transaction includes approximately $970 million, with significant contributions from existing equity holders, PIPE investments, and preferred equity [7][11]. Strategic Positioning - Presidio's entry into public markets aligns with a shift in the energy sector towards capital discipline and return-focused operations, minimizing reliance on future drilling and capital investment [4][6]. - The company plans to leverage technology such as automation and AI to optimize production and enhance cash flow from its mature asset base [3][8]. Management Commentary - Management emphasizes the goal of being a leading steward of U.S. oil and gas wells, focusing on a yield-driven model and accretive acquisitions [6][9]. - The management team believes that their track record in acquisitions and cost optimization positions them as a strong consolidator of mature assets in the industry [8].