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Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-01-29 18:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For full year 2024, the company reported a net income of $659 million and adjusted EBITDA of $1,136 million, representing a growth of approximately 12% from 2023 [14][18] - The adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was $298 million, an increase from $287 million in Q3, driven by higher throughput volumes [18][19] - The company anticipates adjusted EBITDA for 2025 to be in the range of $1,235 million to $1,285 million, reflecting an approximate 11% growth at the midpoint compared to 2024 [10][22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gas processing volumes averaged 447 million cubic feet per day in Q4, with full year 2024 averaging 420 million cubic feet per day [9][10] - Crude terminaling volumes averaged 127,000 barrels of oil per day in Q4, with a full year average of 123,000 barrels per day [9][10] - Water gathering volumes averaged 130,000 barrels of water per day in Q4, with a full year average of 125,000 barrels per day [9][10] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Bakken net production averaged 208,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in Q4, with a full year average of 204,000 barrels per day, marking a 12% year-over-year increase [7][8] - The company expects gas volumes to grow by more than 25% from 2024 through 2027, driven by Hess' planned development activity and increasing third-party volumes [6][10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to maintain annual capital expenditures in the range of approximately $250 million to $300 million through 2027, focusing on disciplined, low-cost investments to meet growing basin demand [12][24] - A new gas processing plant with a capacity of 125 million cubic feet per day is set to begin construction in 2025, expected to support throughput growth through at least the end of the decade [10][12] - The company aims to generate sustainable cash flow and return additional capital to shareholders, with a targeted distribution growth of at least 5% annually through 2027 [16][25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth trajectory supported by Hess production and third-party opportunities, with a disciplined approach to capital allocation [35][36] - The company anticipates a strong recovery in volumes following severe winter weather impacts in Q1 2025, with expectations for significant growth in EBITDA throughout the year [57][58] - Management highlighted the importance of maintaining a strong balance sheet while prioritizing shareholder returns through unit repurchases and distribution increases [16][25] Other Important Information - The company has returned $1.95 billion to shareholders since 2021 through accretive repurchases, with a distribution per Class A share growth of approximately 55% since 2021 [16][18] - The gross adjusted EBITDA margin for Q4 was maintained at approximately 80%, above the 75% target, indicating strong operating leverage [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Multi-year growth outlook and EBITDA growth potential - Management explained that the MVCs provide visibility to the volumes underpinning growth, with gas processing expected to drive significant revenue [27][29][30] Question: Long-term outlook in Bakken and potential for M&A - Management confirmed no plans to expand outside of Bakken, focusing on organic growth supported by Hess production and potential third-party volumes [34][35][36] Question: Capital expenditures and future growth CapEx - Management indicated that the increase in CapEx is driven by activity phasing and efficiency improvements, with expectations for a step down in CapEx post-2027 [41][44][45] Question: Capital allocation program and potential changes - Management reiterated confidence in the return on capital framework, emphasizing continued unit repurchases and distribution growth, while considering public participation in repurchases as ownership changes [48][50] Question: Use of leverage and financial flexibility - Management discussed the balance between leverage capacity and excess free cash flow, maintaining a focus on shareholder returns while exploring organic growth opportunities [53][55] Question: Q1 guidance and weather impacts - Management acknowledged the unpredictability of Q1 weather but expressed confidence in recovery and growth in volumes for the remainder of the year [56][57][58]
Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Results
2025-01-29 13:00
Financial Performance - Fourth quarter 2024 net income was $172.1 million, an increase from $152.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, with net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP at $70.4 million, or $0.68 basic earnings per Class A share, compared to $0.55 in the prior year [3][8]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $298.2 million, up from $262.9 million in the prior-year quarter, while Adjusted Free Cash Flow was $164.3 million, compared to $145.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 [9][19]. - Revenues for the fourth quarter of 2024 were $395.9 million, up from $356.5 million in the prior-year quarter, primarily due to higher physical volumes [7]. - Full year 2024 net income was $659.0 million, with full year Adjusted EBITDA at $1,136.1 million [9]. - Net income for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $659.0 million, a 8.5% increase from $607.7 million in 2023 [21]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $1,136.1 million, compared to $1,017.1 million in 2023, marking a 11.7% increase [21]. - Total revenues for the year ended December 31, 2024, were $1,495.5 million, up from $1,348.6 million in 2023, representing a 10.9% growth [23]. Operational Metrics - Throughput volumes increased approximately 15% for gas gathering and gas processing, 11% for crude oil gathering, and 6% for terminaling compared to the fourth quarter of 2023, driven by higher production and gas capture [6][11]. - Gas gathering throughput volumes increased to 463 Mcf per day in Q4 2024, up 14.9% from 403 Mcf per day in Q4 2023 [38]. - Crude oil gathering volumes rose to 120 bopd in Q4 2024, a 11.1% increase from 108 bopd in Q4 2023 [38]. Capital Expenditures - Capital expenditures for the fourth quarter of 2024 totaled $84.3 million, an increase from $71.8 million in the prior-year quarter, mainly for the expansion of gas compression and related pipeline infrastructure [12]. - Capital expenditures for the year ended December 31, 2024, were $288.5 million, an increase from $245.7 million in 2023 [21]. Cash Flow and Debt - Net cash provided by operating activities for the fourth quarter of 2024 was $258.5 million, compared to $247.6 million in the prior-year quarter [19]. - The company reported net cash provided by operating activities of $940.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to $866.4 million in 2023 [21]. - At December 31, 2024, cash and cash equivalents were $4.3 million, and total debt was approximately $3.5 billion, resulting in a leverage ratio of approximately 3.1x Adjusted EBITDA [9]. Shareholder Returns - The company completed a $100 million repurchase of Class B units in January 2025, which supported an increase in quarterly cash distribution to $0.7012 per Class A share for the fourth quarter of 2024 [6][13]. - Basic net income per Class A share for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $2.51, up from $2.11 in 2023 [32]. Expenses - Operating and maintenance expenses for Q4 2024 totaled $92.7 million, up from $88.0 million in Q4 2023, reflecting a 4.3% increase [34]. - Interest expense for Q4 2024 was $52.2 million, compared to $47.8 million in Q4 2023, indicating an increase of 9.2% [34]. - General and administrative expenses for Q4 2024 were $8.9 million, slightly up from $8.0 million in Q4 2023 [34]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates continued growth in throughput volumes and revenue for the upcoming quarters, driven by market expansion and operational efficiencies [34]. - The company plans to issue 2025 guidance in a separate release on January 29, 2025 [9].
Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2024-11-06 21:20
Financial Performance - Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, was $161.9 million, compared to $142.2 million for the same period in 2023, indicating a year-over-year increase of 13.0%[9] - Net income for 2024 was $486.9 million, an increase of 7.4% from $454.9 million in 2023[10] - Net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP for the three months ended September 30, 2024, was $58.6 million, compared to $35.3 million for the same period in 2023, indicating a significant increase of 66.5%[36] - Net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, was $152.7 million, compared to $127.3 million in the prior year, representing a 19.4% increase[70] - Basic earnings per share (EPS) for the third quarter of 2024 was $0.63, up from $0.57 in the same quarter of 2023, representing a growth of 10.5%[7] - Basic earnings per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, was $1.82, compared to $1.56 for the same period in 2023[7] Revenue Growth - Total revenues for 2024 reached $1,099.6 million, compared to $992.1 million in 2023, marking an increase of 10.8%[21] - Total revenues for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, were $1,099.6 million, an increase from $1,079.3 million in the same period of 2023[70] - Total revenues from contracts with customers increased to $1,096.9 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, compared to $990.3 million for the same period in 2023, reflecting a growth of approximately 10.7%[21] - Total affiliate services revenue for 2024 was $1,079.3 million, an increase of 9.4% from $986.6 million in 2023[21] Asset and Liability Changes - Total assets increased to $4,146.9 million as of September 30, 2024, up from $3,789.5 million at December 31, 2023, representing a growth of 9.5%[5] - Total current assets increased to $154.2 million, up from $136.8 million, reflecting a growth of 12.1%[5] - Total liabilities increased to $3,705.1 million as of September 30, 2024, compared to $3,426.3 million at December 31, 2023, reflecting an increase of 8.1%[5] - Long-term debt increased to $3,469.8 million from $3,198.9 million, an increase of 8.5%[5] - The partnership's total debt as of September 30, 2024, was $3,489.8 million, with a fair value of approximately $3,497.3 million[35] Cash Flow and Investments - Net cash provided by operating activities increased to $681.8 million in 2024, up from $618.8 million in 2023, reflecting a growth of 10.3%[10] - Net cash provided by operating activities increased by $63.0 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, driven by a $107.5 million increase in revenues and other income[84] - Net cash used in investing activities rose by $51.0 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, primarily due to higher payments for property, plant, and equipment related to compression capacity and pipeline infrastructure expansion[84] - The company reported a net cash used in investing activities of $211.0 million in 2024, compared to $160.0 million in 2023, representing an increase of approximately 31.9%[10] Expenses and Costs - Operating and maintenance expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2024, were $24.9 million, compared to $22.7 million for the same period in 2023, representing an increase of 9.7%[25] - Operating and maintenance expenses increased by $13.7 million, primarily due to higher pass-through costs and maintenance activities[73] - Interest expense, net, increased by $6.0 million in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, primarily due to the issuance of $600.0 million in fixed-rate senior unsecured notes[68] - Interest expense increased by $18.8 million in the first nine months of 2024, largely due to the issuance of $600.0 million in fixed-rate senior unsecured notes[76] Shareholder Distributions - The company distributed $0.6677 per share in the latest quarter, compared to $0.5851 per share in the same quarter of the previous year, indicating a 14.1% increase in distributions[9] - Total distributions to shareholders in the first quarter of 2024 amounted to $163.9 million, compared to $85.2 million in the same period of 2023, showing an increase of about 92.3%[10] - The partnership's quarterly distribution level per Class A Share increased in each of the first three quarters of 2024, significantly above the target of at least 5% growth in annual distributions per Class A Share through 2026[53] Equity and Ownership Changes - Public ownership increased from approximately 29.8% at December 31, 2023, to approximately 47.3% at September 30, 2024, on a consolidated basis[53] - The company completed an equity offering on May 19, 2023, raising approximately $333.4 million from the sale of 12,765,000 Class A Shares[14] - The company repurchased Class B units totaling $100.0 million in the first quarter of 2024, consistent with the repurchase amount in the same quarter of 2023[9] Tax and Deferred Tax Assets - Deferred tax assets rose significantly to $605.2 million from $324.4 million, an increase of 86.3%[5] - The company recognized an additional deferred tax asset of $329.8 million in 2024, up from $177.7 million in 2023[17] - Income tax expense increased by $7.5 million in the third quarter of 2024, driven by increased ownership of the Partnership following equity offerings and unit repurchase transactions[68]
Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-10-30 19:20
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q3 2024, net income was $165 million, an increase from $160 million in Q2 2024 [20] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2024 was $287 million, up from $276 million in Q2 2024, primarily due to higher throughput volumes [20][22] - The gross adjusted EBITDA margin for Q3 was maintained at approximately 80%, above the 75% target [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gas processing throughput averaged 419 million cubic feet per day, crude terminaling averaged 122,000 barrels per day, and water gathering averaged 128,000 barrels per day in Q3 2024 [7] - Gathering revenues increased by approximately $3 million, processing revenues increased by approximately $1 million, while terminaling revenues decreased by approximately $1 million compared to the previous quarter [20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Hess reported Q3 net production for the Bakken averaged 206,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, exceeding the guidance range of 200,000 to 205,000 barrels [9] - The company anticipates Bakken net production to be in the range of 200,000 to 205,000 barrels in Q4 2024, reflecting lower expected volumes due to wildfires [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing its operational priorities and delivering growth strategies to drive sustainable cash flow generation [14] - Capital expenditures for 2024 are expected to be approximately $270 million, supporting Hess and third-party development in the Bakken [13] - The company plans to grow throughput by approximately 10% across its oil and gas systems in 2024 compared to 2023 [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management highlighted that the impact of October wildfires would primarily affect volume rather than costs, with a recovery expected [36] - The company expects approximately 10% annualized growth in oil and gas volumes through 2026, supporting greater than 10% growth in adjusted EBITDA [24] - Management remains optimistic about capturing additional third-party volumes while supporting Hess' production growth [32] Other Important Information - The company has returned $1.85 billion to shareholders through repurchases since 2021, with a distribution per Class A share growth of over 10% in 2024 year-to-date [15][18] - The company expects to generate greater than $1.25 billion of financial flexibility through 2026 for incremental shareholder returns [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the sponsorship appetite given recent ownership changes? - Management indicated that secondary offerings are demand-driven and there is no preset pace for changes in ownership levels [27][30] Question: How does the company view long-term growth in Bakken? - The company maintains a long-term outlook of approximately 10% for third-party volumes and is positioned to capture additional opportunities [31][56] Question: What impact will wildfires have on costs and volumes? - The primary impact will be on volumes due to power outages, with a recovery expected [36] Question: Can you elaborate on the guidance for 2024? - Despite the wildfires, the company anticipates a 5% increase in EBITDA for Q4 compared to Q3, with various factors influencing the range [39] Question: What is the outlook for M&A activity? - The company continues to look for strategic bolt-on opportunities that strengthen its position in the basin while prioritizing its return of capital program [58][61]
Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q3 - Quarterly Results
2024-10-30 12:00
Financial Performance - Net income for Q3 2024 was $164.7 million, with net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP at $58.6 million, or $0.63 per Class A share, compared to $0.57 per Class A share in Q3 2023[1][7] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q3 2024 was $286.9 million, representing an increase from $269.7 million in Q3 2023[1][22] - Total revenues for the third quarter of 2024 reached $378.5 million, an increase from $363.1 million in the same quarter of 2023[28] - Net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP for the third quarter of 2024 was $58.6 million, compared to $35.3 million in the third quarter of 2023, reflecting a growth of 66%[28] - The company reported total revenues of $1,099.6 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, up from $992.1 million in the same period of 2023, indicating a year-over-year increase of approximately 11%[31] - The basic net income per Class A share for the third quarter of 2024 was $0.63, compared to $0.57 in the same quarter of 2023, reflecting an increase of approximately 10.5%[28] - The company reported a net income of $164.7 million for Q3 2024, compared to $164.8 million in Q3 2023, indicating a marginal decrease[33] Cash Distribution and Guidance - Quarterly cash distribution was increased to $0.6846 per Class A share, reflecting a $0.0169 increase from Q2 2024, supported by excess Adjusted Free Cash Flow[3][14] - Hess Midstream expects Q4 2024 net income of $170 - $185 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $295 - $310 million, indicating a projected 5% increase in Adjusted EBITDA compared to Q3 2024[4][15] - The company anticipates adjusted free cash flow for the fourth quarter to be between $180 million and $195 million, with an annual guidance of $670 million to $685 million[24] - Net income for the fourth quarter is projected to be between $170 million and $185 million, with an annual guidance of $655 million to $670 million[24] - Adjusted EBITDA for the fourth quarter is expected to range from $295 million to $310 million, with an annual guidance of $1,135 million to $1,150 million[24] Operational Metrics - Throughput volumes increased by 9% for gas gathering and processing compared to Q3 2023, driven by higher production and gas capture[4][12] - Gas gathering throughput averaged 442 Mcf per day in Q3 2024, an increase from 404 Mcf per day in Q3 2023, marking a 9% growth[37] - Gas processing throughput averaged 419 Mcf per day in Q3 2024, up from 386 Mcf per day in Q3 2023, indicating an 8% increase[37] - Crude oil gathering throughput remained stable at 116 bopd in both Q3 2024 and Q3 2023[37] - Water gathering throughput improved to 128 blpd in Q3 2024, compared to 99 blpd in Q3 2023, reflecting a 29% increase[37] - NGL loading increased to 15 blpd in Q3 2024, up from 13 blpd in Q3 2023, representing a 15% increase[37] Expenses and Capital Expenditures - Capital expenditures for Q3 2024 totaled $96.3 million, up from $64.5 million in the prior-year quarter, primarily for gas compression and pipeline infrastructure expansion[13][22] - Operating and maintenance expenses for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, were $254.6 million, compared to $225.0 million in the same period of 2023, representing an increase of about 13%[31] - Operating and maintenance expenses for Q3 2024 totaled $89.0 million, compared to $89.4 million in Q3 2023, showing a slight decrease[33] - Interest expense for Q3 2024 was $51.8 million, an increase from $45.8 million in Q3 2023, mainly due to new debt issuance[10][22] - Interest expense for the third quarter of 2024 was $51.8 million, up from $45.8 million in the same quarter of 2023[28] - Interest expense for Q3 2024 was $51.8 million, consistent with $45.8 million in Q3 2023, reflecting stable financing costs[33] Future Outlook and Strategy - The company reaffirms its full-year 2024 throughput guidance, anticipating approximately 10% annualized growth in gas throughput volumes from 2024 through 2026[5][17] - Hess Midstream targets at least 5% annual distribution growth per Class A share through 2026, with a long-term leverage target of 3x Adjusted EBITDA[6][17] - The company anticipates generating over $1.25 billion of financial flexibility through 2026 for potential shareholder returns, including unit repurchases[6][17] - The company is currently evaluating future growth strategies, including potential mergers and acquisitions, as indicated in their forward-looking statements[26]
Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2024-08-08 20:16
Financial Performance - Net income for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was $160.3 million, compared to $147.9 million for the same period in 2023, representing an increase of 8.1%[10] - Consolidated net income for Q2 2024 was $160.3 million, an increase from $147.9 million in Q2 2023[51] - Net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP was $49.5 million, resulting in a basic earnings per Class A share of $0.59, compared to $0.50 in Q2 2023[51] - Net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP for the three months ended June 30, 2024, was $41.3 million, compared to $49.5 million in the same period of 2023, reflecting a decrease of 16.4%[63] Revenue Growth - Total revenues for the first six months of 2024 reached $721.1 million, up from $629.0 million in the same period of 2023, representing a 14.6% increase[21] - Total revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2024, were $174.5 million, up from $122.8 million in the same period last year[43] - Total revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2024, were $365.5 million, an increase from $358.5 million in the same period of 2023[63] - Total affiliate services revenue increased to $707.9 million in the first six months of 2024, compared to $625.3 million in 2023, reflecting a growth of 13.2%[21] - Total affiliate services revenue for the first half of 2024 was $707.9 million, compared to $625.3 million for the same period in 2023, indicating a growth of about 13.2%[21] - Total revenues from contracts with customers increased to $364.6 million in Q2 2024, up from $323.5 million in Q2 2023, representing a year-over-year growth of approximately 12.0%[21] Assets and Liabilities - Total assets increased to $4,050.1 million as of June 30, 2024, up from $3,789.5 million at December 31, 2023, representing a growth of 6.9%[4] - Total liabilities increased to $3,647.5 million from $3,426.3 million, reflecting a rise of 6.4%[5] - The carrying value of total debt as of June 30, 2024, was $3,460.3 million, with a fair value of approximately $3,397.8 million[31] - Deferred tax assets increased to $501.6 million as of June 30, 2024, from $324.4 million at December 31, 2023, indicating a growth of 54.6%[4] Shareholder Activities - Class A shares outstanding increased to 91,421,383 as of June 30, 2024, compared to 68,367,647 shares at December 31, 2023, marking a growth of 33.7%[5] - The company declared a distribution of $0.6516 per Class A share for the first quarter of 2024, an increase from $0.6343 in the fourth quarter of 2023[33] - The company increased its quarterly distribution level per Class A share significantly above the target of at least 5% growth in annual distributions through 2026[50] - The company paid higher distributions to shareholders and noncontrolling interests amounting to $14.3 million in the first six months of 2024[87] Expenses and Costs - Operating and maintenance expenses for the first six months of 2024 totaled $46.6 million, compared to $45.1 million in the same period of 2023, indicating a slight increase of 3.3%[26] - Total operating costs and expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2024, were $143.2 million, compared to $135.0 million in the same period of 2023[63] - Operating and maintenance expenses rose by $7.0 million in Q2 2024, primarily due to higher pass-through costs and maintenance activities[65] - Interest expense increased by $5.9 million in Q2 2024, largely due to the issuance of $600.0 million in fixed-rate senior unsecured notes[69] Cash Flow and Investments - Net cash provided by operating activities reached $271.6 million for the quarter[51] - Net cash provided by operating activities increased by $53.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023[86] - Net cash used in investing activities increased by $11.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023, primarily due to higher payments for property, plant, and equipment related to compression capacity expansion[87] - Net cash used in financing activities decreased by $52.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023[87] Agreements and Contracts - The company has long-term commercial agreements with Hess, with minimum volume commitments set at 80% of Hess' nominations over a three-year rolling basis[18] - The company entered into a gas processing agreement with Little Missouri 4, with processing fees incurred amounting to $15.4 million for the first six months of 2024, compared to $10.8 million in 2023[27] - The company exercised renewal options to extend commercial agreements with Hess for an additional 10-year term effective January 1, 2024[18] Accounting and Reporting Changes - The company adopted new accounting standards effective April 1, 2024, which may impact future segment disclosures and income tax reporting[13] - The company adopted ASU 2023-07 on April 1, 2024, which requires additional disclosures for reportable segment expenses[13]
Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2024-07-31 20:12
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q2 2024, net income was $160 million, slightly down from $162 million in Q1 2024, while adjusted EBITDA increased to $276 million from $275 million in Q1 2024 [11][12] - Total revenues, excluding pass-through revenues, increased by approximately $26 million, driven by higher throughput volumes [12] - The gross adjusted EBITDA margin for Q2 was maintained at approximately 80%, above the target of 75% [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q2 2024, throughput volumes averaged 419 million cubic feet per day for gas processing, 126,000 barrels of oil per day for crude terminaling, and 124,000 barrels of water per day for water gathering, with increases of approximately 7% and 8% for gas processing and oil terminaling, respectively, from Q1 2024 [5][6] - Gathering revenues increased by approximately $15 million, processing revenues by $9 million, and terminaling revenues by $2 million [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Hess Corporation's net production for the Bakken averaged 212,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in Q2 2024, exceeding guidance of 195,000 to 200,000 barrels [6] - The company anticipates Bakken net production to be in the range of 200,000 to 205,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in Q3 2024 [6] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on executing operational priorities and delivering growth strategies to drive sustainable cash flow generation and potential capital returns to shareholders [8] - Capital expenditures for 2024 are expected to be between $250 million and $275 million, with a focus on supporting Hess and third-party development in the Bakken [15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the ability to meet gas processing capacity needs in line with upstream production growth, emphasizing a strong partnership with Hess [18] - The company expects continued growth in gas and oil volumes, supporting over 10% annualized growth in adjusted EBITDA through 2026 [15][16] Other Important Information - The company has returned $1.75 billion to shareholders through unit repurchases since 2021, reducing total unit count by nearly 25% [9] - The company expects to generate over $1.25 billion of financial flexibility through 2026 for incremental shareholder returns [10] Q&A Session Summary Question: Growth outlook beyond 2024 - Management believes they have sufficient processing capacity and are planning infrastructure to meet upstream needs [18] Question: Impact of long-haul NGL expansions in the Bakken - Management noted that additional processing capacity will be needed to support increased gas production and that they are looking for opportunities to capture third-party volumes [20] Question: Competitive environment in the Bakken - Management indicated that increased export capacity will create more competition but also more opportunities for third-party business [26] Question: Capital return strategy - Management confirmed that they will maintain a leverage target of around 3 times EBITDA while continuing to return capital to shareholders [41] Question: Discrepancy between throughput and EBITDA guidance - Management explained that while they expect flat volumes in Q3 due to planned maintenance, they anticipate higher revenues and lower operating costs in Q4 [31][33] Question: Trends in water volumes - Management highlighted strong growth in water volumes due to increased infrastructure investment and operational efficiency [36]
Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q2 - Quarterly Results
2024-07-31 12:00
Exhibit 99.1 HESS MIDSTREAM LP HESS MIDSTREAM LP REPORTS ESTIMATED RESULTS FOR THE SECOND QUARTER OF 2024 Second Quarter 2024 Highlights: • Throughput volumes increased 17% for gas processing, 17% for oil terminaling and 43% for water gathering compared with the prior-year quarter, primarily due to higher production, higher gas capture and higher system utilization. • Net income was $160.3 million. Net cash provided by operating activities was $271.6 million. • Net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP w ...
Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2024-05-07 20:15
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarter ended March 31, 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 001-39163 Hess Midstream LP (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) DELAWARE 84-3211812 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or ...
Hess Midstream LP(HESM) - 2024 Q1 - Quarterly Results
2024-04-25 12:00
Financial Performance - Net income for Q1 2024 was $161.9 million, compared to $142.2 million in Q1 2023, with net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP at $44.6 million, or $0.60 basic earnings per Class A share[2][5] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2024 was $275.8 million, and Adjusted Free Cash Flow was $194.2 million[2][5] - Revenues and other income in Q1 2024 were $355.6 million, up $50.6 million from the prior-year quarter, primarily due to higher physical volumes[6] - Total revenues for Q1 2024 increased to $355.6 million, up from $305.0 million in Q1 2023, driven by growth in affiliate services[29] - Net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP for Q1 2024 was $44.6 million, compared to $20.7 million in Q1 2023[29] - Income from operations for Q1 2024 was $222.0 million, up from $188.7 million in Q1 2023[29] - Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest for Q1 2024 was $117.3 million, down from $121.5 million in Q1 2023[29] - Total revenues for Q4 2023 were $356.5 million, with affiliate services contributing $351.5 million and third-party services contributing $4.3 million[35] - Net income attributable to Hess Midstream LP for Q4 2023 was $37.5 million, with a significant loss of $26.9 million in the interest and other segment[35] Throughput Volumes - Throughput volumes increased by 16% for gas processing, 13% for oil terminaling, and 47% for water gathering compared to the prior-year quarter[5] - Water gathering volumes increased 47% in Q1 2024, reflecting higher crude oil production and increased utilization of infrastructure[9] - Gas gathering throughput is expected to be 415-425 MMcf per day, and crude oil gathering is expected to be 105-115 MBbl per day for 2024[13] - Gas gathering throughput in Q4 2023 was 403 Mcf of natural gas per day, slightly higher than the 347 Mcf in Q1 2023[37] - Crude oil gathering throughput in Q4 2023 was 108 bopd, compared to 93 bopd in Q1 2023[37] - Gas processing throughput in Q4 2023 was 387 Mcf of natural gas per day, up from 338 Mcf in Q1 2023[37] - Crude terminals throughput in Q4 2023 was 120 bopd, compared to 104 bopd in Q1 2023[37] - NGL loading throughput in Q4 2023 was 16 blpd, significantly higher than the 9 blpd in Q1 2023[37] - Water gathering throughput in Q4 2023 was 113 blpd, up from 79 blpd in Q1 2023[37] Capital Expenditures and Cash Flow - Capital expenditures for Q1 2024 totaled $35.2 million, primarily for gas compression capacity expansion, down from $57.3 million in the prior-year quarter[10] - Quarterly cash distribution increased to $0.6516 per Class A share for Q1 2024, a 2.7% increase compared to Q4 2023[12] - Hess Midstream completed a $100 million repurchase of Class B units of Hess Midstream Operations LP in March 2024[5] Guidance and Forecast - Hess Midstream reaffirmed its full-year 2024 guidance, targeting net income of $670-$720 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $1,125-$1,175 million[13] Revenue Breakdown - Affiliate services revenue in Q1 2024 was $349.4 million, up from $303.4 million in Q1 2023, reflecting strong performance in gathering, processing, and terminaling[29][32] - Gathering segment revenue for Q1 2024 was $186.6 million, up from $164.4 million in Q1 2023[32] Expenses - Operating and maintenance expenses for Q1 2024 increased to $78.1 million, compared to $62.5 million in Q1 2023[29] - Depreciation expense for Q1 2024 was $49.8 million, slightly higher than $47.4 million in Q1 2023[29] - Interest expense, net for Q1 2024 was $48.5 million, compared to $41.6 million in Q1 2023[29] - Operating and maintenance expenses for Q4 2023 totaled $88.0 million, with depreciation expense at $50.4 million[35] Equity Investments - Income from equity investments in Q4 2023 was $2.4 million, primarily from the terminaling and export segment[35] Share Information - Weighted average Class A shares outstanding (basic) for Q1 2024 increased to 75.1 million, up from 44.0 million in Q1 2023[29]