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Summit Midstream Partners, LP(SMC) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 15:02
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported first quarter adjusted EBITDA of $57.5 million and capital expenditures of $20.6 million, with the majority of CapEx spent in the Rockies and Mid Con segments [13] - Net debt stood at approximately $959 million, with available borrowing capacity totaling approximately $354 million at the end of the first quarter [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Rockies segment generated adjusted EBITDA of $24.9 million, an increase of $1.6 million from the fourth quarter, primarily due to an 8.8% increase in liquids volume throughput [13] - The Mid Con segment reported adjusted EBITDA of $22.5 million, an increase of $9.6 million relative to the fourth quarter, primarily due to the acquisition of Tall Oak and an increase in volume throughput [16] - The Permian Basin segment reported adjusted EBITDA of $8.3 million, an increase of $0.5 million relative to the fourth quarter, due primarily to higher volume throughput on the Double E pipeline [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Rockies segment, 30 new wells were connected during the first quarter, including 22 in the DJ Basin and 8 in the Williston Basin [9] - Average daily volumes on the Double E pipeline grew by 8% quarter over quarter, averaging close to 700 million cubic feet per day [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company remains focused on executing strategic objectives and maintaining a strong balance sheet to navigate the current macroeconomic environment [6] - The acquisition of Moonrise Midstream is expected to provide additional operating synergies and capacity for future growth in the DJ Basin [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a significant reduction in crude oil prices, which may dampen activity levels in the second half of the year, particularly in the crude-oriented Rockies segment [7] - The outlook for the natural gas side remains strong, which could mitigate potential downside exposure associated with the crude segment [8] Other Important Information - The Board of Directors reinstated the cash dividend on the Series A preferred stock, marking a step towards reinstating the common dividend in the future [7] - The company connected 41 wells during the first quarter, maintaining an active customer base with six active drilling rigs and over 100 drilled but uncompleted wells [7] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the outlook for the second half of the year regarding completion schedules? - Management indicated that while there may be minor revisions, customers expect second half completion schedules to largely remain intact despite potential price slippage [10] Question: How is the company addressing the current crude price environment? - The company is in close communication with its customer base to evaluate implications of the current crude price environment on well completion activities [9]
Summit Midstream Partners, LP(SMC) - 2025 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-05-08 15:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported first quarter adjusted EBITDA of $57.5 million and capital expenditures of $20.6 million, with the majority of CapEx spent in the Rockies and Mid Con segments [13] - Net debt stood at approximately $959 million, with available borrowing capacity totaling approximately $354 million at the end of the first quarter [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Rockies segment generated adjusted EBITDA of $24.9 million, an increase of $1.6 million from the fourth quarter, primarily due to an 8.8% increase in liquids volume throughput [13] - The Mid Con segment reported adjusted EBITDA of $22.5 million, an increase of $9.6 million relative to the fourth quarter, primarily due to the acquisition of Tall Oak and an increase in volume throughput [16] - The Permian Basin segment reported adjusted EBITDA of $8.3 million, an increase of $0.5 million relative to the fourth quarter, due to higher volume throughput on the Double E pipeline [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the Rockies segment, 30 new wells were connected during the first quarter, including 22 in the DJ Basin and 8 in the Williston Basin [8] - Average daily volumes on the Double E pipeline grew by 8% quarter over quarter, averaging close to 700 million cubic feet per day [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company remains focused on executing strategic objectives and maintaining a strong balance sheet to navigate the current macroeconomic environment [6] - The acquisition of Moonrise Midstream is expected to expand the company's footprint in the DJ Basin and provide additional operating synergies [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a significant reduction in crude oil prices, which may dampen activity levels in the second half of the year, particularly in the crude-oriented Rockies segment [7] - The outlook for natural gas remains strong, which could mitigate potential downside exposure associated with the crude segment [7] Other Important Information - The Board of Directors reinstated the cash dividend on the Series A preferred stock, marking a step towards reinstating the common dividend in the future [7] - The company connected 41 wells during the first quarter, maintaining an active customer base with six active drilling rigs [7] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the outlook for the second half of the year regarding completion schedules? - Management indicated that customers expect second half completion schedules to largely remain intact despite potential slippage if crude prices weaken further [9] Question: How is the company addressing the current crude price environment? - The company is in close communication with its customer base to evaluate the implications of the current crude price environment on well completion activities [9]
Summit Midstream Partners, LP(SMC) - 2025 Q1 - Quarterly Results
2025-05-08 13:43
[Financial & Operational Highlights](index=1&type=section&id=First%20Quarter%202025%20Financial%20and%20Operating%20Results) [Management Commentary](index=1&type=section&id=Management%20Commentary) Management reported Q1 2025 Adjusted EBITDA of **$57.5 million** met expectations, driven by robust customer activity and a favorable natural gas outlook, supported by a diversified asset base - First quarter 2025 Adjusted EBITDA was **$57.5 million**, in line with management's expectations[4](index=4&type=chunk) - Customer activity included **41 new wells** turned-in-line during the quarter, with **six rigs** currently active across the company's systems[4](index=4&type=chunk) - The Rockies segment's Adjusted EBITDA guidance of **$100 million to $125 million** already accounts for potential delays, with performance potentially at the lower end if H2 2025 wells are deferred[4](index=4&type=chunk) - The company has a favorable outlook for natural gas, expected to benefit the Mid-Con segment, with a diversified footprint approximately **50% weighted toward natural gas-oriented drilling**[4](index=4&type=chunk) [First Quarter 2025 Key Results](index=1&type=section&id=First%20Quarter%202025%20Business%20Highlights) The company reported Q1 2025 net income of **$4.6 million** and Adjusted EBITDA of **$57.5 million**, with increased natural gas and liquids throughput, alongside strategic debt financing and an acquisition Q1 2025 Financial Metrics | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Net Income | $4.6 million | | Adjusted EBITDA | $57.5 million | | Distributable Cash Flow (DCF) | $33.5 million | Q1 2025 vs Q4 2024 Throughput | Metric | Q1 2025 | Change vs Q4 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Natural Gas Throughput (MMcf/d) | 883 | +19.8% | | Liquids Volumes (Mbbl/d) | 74 | +8.8% | - Completed the value-accretive bolt-on acquisition of Moonrise Midstream in the DJ Basin on **March 10, 2025**[6](index=6&type=chunk) - Raised **$250 million** of additional 8.625% Senior Secured Second Lien Notes and reinstated the cash dividend on Series A Preferred Stock[6](index=6&type=chunk) [2025 Full-Year Guidance](index=1&type=section&id=2025%20Full-Year%20Guidance) The company reiterated its full-year 2025 guidance for Adjusted EBITDA and total capital expenditures 2025 Full-Year Guidance | Metric | Guidance Range ($ million) | | :--- | :--- | | Adjusted EBITDA | $245 to $280 | | Total Capital Expenditures | $65 to $75 | [Segment Performance](index=2&type=section&id=Segment%20Performance) [Overall Segment Performance](index=3&type=section&id=Overall%20Segment%20Performance) Total segment adjusted EBITDA decreased to **$67.4 million** in Q1 2025, primarily due to the Northeast segment divestiture, impacting natural gas throughput while liquids volumes remained flat Segment Adjusted EBITDA (in thousands) | Segment | Q1 2025 ($) | Q1 2024 ($) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Northeast | — | 29,021 | | Rockies | 24,869 | 22,874 | | Permian | 8,270 | 7,265 | | Piceance | 11,786 | 15,233 | | Mid-Con | 22,457 | 5,100 | | **Total** | **67,382** | **79,493** | Average Daily Throughput | Metric | Q1 2025 | Q1 2024 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Natural Gas (MMcf/d) | 883 | 1,327 | | Liquids (Mbbl/d) | 74 | 74 | [Natural Gas Price-Driven Segments](index=2&type=section&id=Natural%20gas%20price-driven%20segments) Natural gas-driven segments, Mid-Con and Piceance, achieved a combined **$34.2 million** adjusted EBITDA, a **39.0%** increase, primarily due to the Mid-Con segment's acquisition-driven volume growth - Combined segment adjusted EBITDA was **$34.2 million**, a **39.0% increase** relative to the fourth quarter of 2024[9](index=9&type=chunk) - Mid-Con segment adjusted EBITDA totaled **$22.5 million**, a significant increase from Q4 2024, primarily due to the Tall Oak acquisition and a **48% increase** in volume throughput[9](index=9&type=chunk) - Piceance segment adjusted EBITDA was **$11.8 million**, flat relative to Q4 2024, as lower operating expenses offset a **4.0% decrease** in volume throughput[9](index=9&type=chunk) [Oil Price-Driven Segments](index=2&type=section&id=Oil%20price-driven%20segments) Oil-driven segments, Rockies and Permian, generated a combined **$33.1 million** adjusted EBITDA, a **6.8%** increase, driven by higher liquids volumes and the Moonrise acquisition in the Rockies - Combined segment adjusted EBITDA was **$33.1 million**, representing a **6.8% increase** relative to the fourth quarter of 2024[9](index=9&type=chunk) - Rockies segment adjusted EBITDA increased to **$24.9 million**, driven by an **8.8% increase** in liquids volume, the Moonrise Midstream acquisition, and the connection of **30 new wells**[9](index=9&type=chunk) - Permian segment adjusted EBITDA grew to **$8.3 million**, primarily due to an **8% increase** in volumes shipped on the Double E Pipeline[9](index=9&type=chunk) [Financial Position and Liquidity](index=5&type=section&id=Financial%20Position%20and%20Liquidity) [Capital Expenditures](index=5&type=section&id=Capital%20Expenditures) Total capital expenditures for Q1 2025 were **$20.6 million**, including **$2.5 million** for maintenance, primarily allocated to Rockies segment pad connections and an optimization project Capital Expenditures (in thousands) | Category | Q1 2025 ($) | Q1 2024 ($) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Cash Paid for CapEx | 20,606 | 16,398 | | Maintenance CapEx | 2,547 | 2,670 | - Capital spending in Q1 2025 was primarily related to pad connections and an optimization project in the Rockies segment[14](index=14&type=chunk) [Capital & Liquidity](index=5&type=section&id=Capital%20%26%20Liquidity) As of **March 31, 2025**, the company maintained strong liquidity with **$26.2 million** cash and **$354 million** ABL availability, remaining in full compliance with financial covenants - As of **March 31, 2025**, the company had **$26.2 million** in unrestricted cash and **$354 million** of borrowing availability under its **$500 million** ABL Revolver[16](index=16&type=chunk) - The company was in compliance with financial covenants, including a first lien leverage ratio of **0.5x** (covenant maximum of 2.5x) and an interest coverage ratio of **2.8x** (covenant minimum of 2.0x)[16](index=16&type=chunk) - The total leverage ratio was approximately **4.0x** as of **March 31, 2025**, excluding the potential earnout liability from the Tall Oak Acquisition[16](index=16&type=chunk) [MVC Shortfall Payments](index=5&type=section&id=MVC%20Shortfall%20Payments) In Q1 2025, the company billed and recognized **$4.8 million** in Minimum Volume Commitment (MVC) shortfall payments as gathering revenue, contributing directly to adjusted EBITDA - The company billed and recognized **$4.8 million** in MVC shortfall payments as gathering revenue, which contributed the same amount to adjusted EBITDA in Q1 2025[18](index=18&type=chunk)[20](index=20&type=chunk) [Dividends](index=6&type=section&id=Quarterly%20Dividend) Cash dividends on common stock remain suspended, while the cash dividend on Series A Preferred Stock was reinstated effective **March 14, 2025**, with all prior unpaid dividends accrued - Cash dividends on common stock remain suspended for the period ended **March 31, 2025**[21](index=21&type=chunk) - The cash dividend on the Series A Preferred Stock was reinstated beginning **March 14, 2025**, with all unpaid dividends from prior periods remaining accrued[21](index=21&type=chunk) [Consolidated Financial Statements](index=10&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) [Consolidated Balance Sheet](index=10&type=section&id=UNAUDITED%20CONDENSED%20CONSOLIDATED%20BALANCE%20SHEETS) As of **March 31, 2025**, total assets were **$2.43 billion**, liabilities **$1.33 billion**, and equity **$968.0 million**, reflecting increases in assets and liabilities due to recent activities Balance Sheet Summary (in thousands) | Account | March 31, 2025 ($) | Dec 31, 2024 ($) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Assets | 2,434,175 | 2,359,484 | | Long-term debt, net | 1,067,172 | 976,995 | | Total Liabilities | 1,331,305 | 1,261,413 | | Total Equity | 967,961 | 965,125 | [Consolidated Statement of Operations](index=11&type=section&id=UNAUDITED%20CONDENSED%20CONSOLIDATED%20STATEMENTS%20OF%20OPERATIONS) Q1 2025 total revenues were **$132.7 million** with net income of **$4.6 million** (loss of **$0.16 per share**), a decrease from Q1 2024 due to prior year's significant gains Statement of Operations Summary (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Q1 2025 ($) | Q1 2024 ($) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Total Revenues | 132,697 | 118,871 | | Net Income | 4,634 | 132,927 | | Net Income (Loss) per Share - Basic | (0.16) | 12.05 | - The significantly higher net income in Q1 2024 was driven by an **$86.2 million** gain on the sale of a business and a **$126.3 million** gain on the sale of an equity method investment[39](index=39&type=chunk) [Other Financial and Operating Data](index=12&type=section&id=UNAUDITED%20OTHER%20FINANCIAL%20AND%20OPERATING%20DATA) Q1 2025 key non-GAAP metrics include Adjusted EBITDA of **$57.5 million**, Distributable Cash Flow of **$33.5 million**, Free Cash Flow of **$11.4 million**, and net cash from operations of **$16.0 million** Key Financial & Operating Data (in thousands) | Metric | Q1 2025 ($) | Q1 2024 ($) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Adjusted EBITDA | 57,506 | 70,059 | | Distributable Cash Flow (DCF) | 33,529 | 32,534 | | Free Cash Flow | 11,354 | 17,178 | | Net cash provided by operating activities | 16,030 | 43,616 | [Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures](index=13&type=section&id=UNAUDITED%20RECONCILIATIONS%20TO%20NON-GAAP%20FINANCIAL%20MEASURES) [Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA and DCF](index=13&type=section&id=Reconciliations%20of%20net%20income%20to%20adjusted%20EBITDA%20and%20Distributable%20Cash%20Flow) The company reconciles Q1 2025 GAAP Net Income of **$4.6 million** to Adjusted EBITDA of **$57.5 million** and Distributable Cash Flow of **$33.5 million** through various adjustments - To reconcile Q1 2025 Net Income (**$4.6 million**) to Adjusted EBITDA (**$57.5 million**), key adjustments included adding back interest expense (**$22.5 million**), depreciation & amortization (**$28.8 million**), and other net costs (**$6.3 million**), while subtracting a gain in fair value of the Tall Oak earn-out (**$9.0 million**)[43](index=43&type=chunk) - Adjusted EBITDA of **$57.5 million** was further adjusted by subtracting cash interest paid (**$34.2 million**) and maintenance capital expenditures (**$2.5 million**), and adding a senior notes interest adjustment (**$12.9 million**) to arrive at Distributable Cash Flow of **$33.5 million**[43](index=43&type=chunk) [Reconciliation of Net Cash from Operations to Adjusted EBITDA and DCF](index=15&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20net%20cash%20provided%20by%20operating%20activities%20to%20adjusted%20EBITDA%20and%20distributable%20cash%20flow) The report reconciles Q1 2025 Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities of **$16.0 million** to Adjusted EBITDA of **$57.5 million** through various adjustments - To reconcile Q1 2025 Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities (**$16.0 million**) to Adjusted EBITDA (**$57.5 million**), key adjustments included adding back interest expense (**$21.6 million**), changes in operating assets and liabilities (**$18.0 million**), and proportional adjusted EBITDA for equity method investees (**$7.4 million**), while subtracting distributions from those investees (**$6.7 million**)[44](index=44&type=chunk)
Summit Midstream Corporation Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial and Operating Results
Prnewswire· 2025-05-07 20:27
Core Insights - Summit Midstream Corporation reported financial and operational results for Q1 2025, achieving adjusted EBITDA of $57.5 million and net income of $4.6 million, aligning with management expectations [3][6][41] - The company connected 41 new wells during the quarter and maintained an active customer base with six drilling rigs and over 100 DUCs behind its systems [3][6] - The outlook for natural gas remains favorable, while crude oil prices have softened, impacting the Rockies segment's performance [3][4] Financial Performance - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was $57.5 million, down from $70.1 million in Q1 2024, with cash flow available for distributions at $33.5 million [6][41] - Total revenues increased to $132.7 million in Q1 2025 from $118.9 million in Q1 2024, driven by gathering services and related fees [41] - Capital expenditures totaled $20.6 million in Q1 2025, primarily for pad connections and optimization projects [15][41] Segment Performance - Natural gas price-driven segments generated $34.2 million in adjusted EBITDA, a 39% increase from Q4 2024, with the Mid-Con segment adjusted EBITDA rising to $22.5 million [7][12] - Oil price-driven segments produced $33.1 million in adjusted EBITDA, a 6.8% increase from Q4 2024, with the Rockies segment adjusted EBITDA at $24.9 million [12][14] - The Piceance segment's adjusted EBITDA remained flat at $11.8 million, impacted by lower volume throughput [8][12] Operational Highlights - Average daily natural gas throughput increased by 19.8% to 883 MMcf/d, while liquids volumes rose by 8.8% to 74 Mbbl/d compared to Q4 2024 [4][42] - The Double E pipeline transported an average of 664 MMcf/d, contributing $8.3 million in adjusted EBITDA for the quarter [4][12] - The company has a strong balance sheet with $26.2 million in unrestricted cash and $354 million of borrowing availability under its ABL Revolver as of March 31, 2025 [19][20] Strategic Initiatives - The company completed the acquisition of Moonrise Midstream in the DJ Basin and executed a $10 million optimization project in the Rockies, expected to enhance adjusted EBITDA margins [6][12] - Summit Midstream reinstated cash dividends on its Series A Preferred Stock, with the next payment scheduled for June 14, 2025 [23][41] - The company continues to monitor the impact of tariffs and crude oil price fluctuations on its operations and customer drilling plans [3][6]
Summit Midstream Corporation Schedules First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call
Prnewswire· 2025-04-25 11:00
Core Viewpoint - Summit Midstream Corporation (SMC) is set to report its first quarter 2025 operating and financial results on May 8, 2025, before the market opens [1] Financial Reporting - SMC will host a conference call on May 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern to discuss its quarterly results, accessible via teleconference [2] Upcoming Investor Conferences - SMC's senior management will attend several upcoming investor conferences, including the 2025 Energy Infrastructure CEO & Investor Conference from May 20-22, 2025, and the 2025 RBC Capital Markets Global Energy, Power & Infrastructure Conference on June 3-4, 2025 [3] Company Overview - SMC focuses on developing, owning, and operating midstream energy infrastructure assets in key unconventional resource basins in the U.S., providing services related to natural gas, crude oil, and produced water [4]
Sulliden Acquires Portion of Nickel, Zinc, and Lead Mining Exploration Project in Poland
Globenewswire· 2025-04-07 11:30
TORONTO, April 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sulliden Mining Capital Inc. (“Sulliden” or the “Company”) (TSX: SMC) is pleased to announce that it has indirectly acquired a 5.2% interest in a nickel, zinc, and lead mining exploration project in Poland (the “Project”) through the purchase of 10% of the issued and outstanding shares of Sustainable Royalty Corp. (the “Target”), a private company, from Mr. Stan Bharti (the “Vendor”), a former chief executive officer and director of the Company (the “Acquisition”) ...
Summit Midstream: Likely Common Dividend Resumption Could Pop The Stock
Seeking Alpha· 2025-03-28 21:44
Group 1 - Catalyst Hedge Investing provides members with early access to articles and exclusive investment ideas, focusing on asymmetric risk/reward opportunities with clear catalysts [1] - Cashflow Hunter has extensive experience in the markets, particularly as a hedge fund portfolio manager, and has successfully predicted significant market events, such as the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank [2] - The article expresses the author's personal opinions and discloses a beneficial long position in SMC shares, indicating a vested interest in the company's performance [3]
Summit Midstream Corporation Announces 2024 K-1 Tax Package Availability
Prnewswire· 2025-03-28 20:05
HOUSTON, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Summit Midstream Corporation (NYSE: SMC) ("Summit", "SMC" or the "Corporation") announced today that its 2024 tax packages for Summit Midstream Partners, LP, including a final Schedule K-1, are now available online and may be accessed at https://partnerdatalink.com/Summit. For additional information or assistance, unitholders may also contact Partner DataLink via email at [email protected] or via phone at (855) 375-4158 Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ...
Sulliden Announces Management and Board Changes, Private Placement Financings, and Annual General and Special Meeting
Globenewswire· 2025-03-25 11:30
NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES TORONTO, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sulliden Mining Capital Inc. (“Sulliden” or the “Company”) (TSX: SMC) is pleased to announce that Fred Leigh has been appointed as the president and chief executive officer and a director of the Company, effective immediately. Mr. Leigh has almost 40 years of experience working with early-stage companies and has had a significant role as founder, director and/or investo ...
Summit Midstream Continues To Ramp Up Scale
Seeking Alpha· 2025-03-24 13:38
Retirement is complicated and you only get once chance to do it right. Don't miss out because you didn't know what was out there.The Retirement Forum provides actionable ideals, a high-yield safe retirement portfolio, and macroeconomic outlooks, all to help you maximize your capital and your income. We search the entire market to help you maximize returns.Summit Midstream Corporation (NYSE: SMC ) is a small-cap midstream company worth roughly $400 million. The company almost went bankrupt through COVID-19; ...