CNOOC(00883)2025-03-27 08:32Financial Performance - In 2024, CNOOC Limited achieved a total oil and gas production of 726.8 million barrels of oil equivalent, representing a year-on-year increase of 7.2%[4] - The company reported a total revenue of RMB 420.5 billion for the year, with oil and gas sales revenue contributing RMB 355.6 billion, up from RMB 327.9 billion in 2023[8] - Net profit attributable to shareholders reached RMB 138 billion, compared to RMB 124.1 billion in the previous year, marking a significant increase[8] - Total revenue for the year 2024 reached RMB 362,711 million, an increase of 8.5% from RMB 334,050 million in 2023[17] - Oil and gas sales revenue amounted to RMB 355,615 million, up from RMB 327,867 million in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 8.5%[17] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2024 was RMB 142,322 million, compared to RMB 126,878 million in 2023, representing an increase of 12.1%[9] - Basic and diluted earnings per share for 2024 were both RMB 2.90, an increase from RMB 2.60 in 2023, marking a growth of 11.5%[9] - The company reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 142,368 million for 2024, compared to RMB 127,125 million in 2023, an increase of 12.0%[9] - The company’s pre-tax profit for 2024 was RMB 51.994 billion, compared to RMB 48.884 billion in 2023, reflecting an increase of 4.5%[26] - The company’s total operating revenue for the company was RMB 420,506 million, a 0.9% increase from RMB 416,609 million in the previous year, driven by higher oil and gas sales[39] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets totaled RMB 791,672 million in 2024, up from RMB 755,323 million in 2023, indicating a growth of 4.8%[10] - Current assets increased to RMB 264,609 million in 2024 from RMB 250,275 million in 2023, reflecting a rise of 5.7%[10] - Total assets less current liabilities reached RMB 937,406 million, compared to RMB 881,659 million in 2023, showing an increase of 6.3%[11] - The company's net assets rose to RMB 749,436 million in 2024, up from RMB 667,876 million in 2023, representing a growth of 12.2%[11] - The company’s total assets increased to RMB 1,056.281 billion in 2024 from RMB 1,005.598 billion in 2023, an increase of 5%[19] - The company’s total liabilities decreased to RMB 306.845 billion in 2024 from RMB 337.722 billion in 2023, a reduction of 9.1%[19] - As of December 31, 2024, the company had interest-bearing liabilities of RMB 91,887 million, down from RMB 120,177 million in 2023, resulting in a significant decrease in the debt-to-equity ratio from 15.2% to 10.9%[55] Dividends and Shareholder Returns - The company plans to maintain a dividend payout ratio of no less than 45% from 2025 to 2027, subject to shareholder approval[6] - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.74 per share for 2024, an increase from HKD 0.59 per share in 2023, representing a growth of 25.42%[28] - The board has proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.66 per share (tax included) for the fiscal year 2024[37] - For the fiscal year 2024, the net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 137,936 million, with a proposed final dividend of HKD 0.66 per share, totaling HKD 31,370 million[62] - The total dividend for the fiscal year 2024, including the mid-term dividend, amounts to HKD 1.40 per share, representing 44.7% of the net profit attributable to shareholders[62] Production and Reserves - The proven reserves replacement rate reached 167%, with a stable reserve life of 10 years, ensuring a solid resource foundation for future development[3] - The net confirmed reserves as of the end of 2024 stand at 727 million barrels of oil equivalent, with a reserve replacement ratio of 167%[35] - The company aims for a production target of 760 to 780 million barrels of oil equivalent in 2025, with a reserve replacement ratio target of no less than 130%[61] - The average cost per barrel of oil equivalent was USD 28.52, reinforcing the company's cost competitiveness[6] Strategic Initiatives and Developments - CNOOC Limited successfully acquired 10 oil contracts in Mozambique, Brazil, and Iraq, enhancing its international business presence[4] - The company has made significant technological advancements, including the establishment of intelligent oil and gas fields, accelerating its digital transformation[5] - The company is committed to green transformation and has initiated offshore wind power projects while advancing CCS/CCUS industrialization[5] - The company aims to expand its natural gas business and enhance offshore natural gas exploration and development efforts[34] Financial Management and Policies - The company has a prudent financial policy, focusing on cost control as a key performance indicator[34] - Research and development expenses were RMB 3.436 billion in 2024, down from RMB 4.136 billion in 2023, a reduction of 17%[24] - The company reported a decrease in other taxes (excluding income tax) to RMB 20,276 million, down 16.7% from RMB 24,331 million, due to historical mining rights revenue recognition in the previous year[41] - Interest income for the company was RMB 4,582 million, a decrease of 4.6% from RMB 4,805 million, attributed to changes in average bank deposit size and interest rates[46] - The company experienced a net foreign exchange loss of RMB 1,318 million, compared to RMB 297 million in the previous year, due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates[47] Governance and Compliance - The company has complied with all provisions of the Corporate Governance Code during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[67] - The company has not purchased, sold, or redeemed any listed securities during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[66] - The board of directors confirmed compliance with the company's ethical standards regarding securities trading for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[68] Future Outlook - The company’s future outlook includes uncertainties related to oil and gas price fluctuations, macroeconomic factors, and regulatory changes[70]