Ge Long Hui·2025-10-31 06:28Core Viewpoint - Citigroup's research report indicates that CNOOC's net profit for the third quarter was 32.4 billion yuan, reflecting a quarterly decline of 2% and a yearly decline of 12%, aligning with the bank's expectations and reaching 76% of its annual forecast [1] Financial Performance - The performance contrasts with a 2% quarterly increase in Brent oil prices, primarily impacted by a 1% quarterly decline in crude oil production and a one-time negative impact of 876 million yuan [1] - Despite the slight decrease in production, the total production for the first three quarters reached a historical high of 578 million barrels of oil equivalent [1] Management Outlook - Management expresses confidence in achieving the upper limit of the annual production guidance set at the beginning of the year [1] Future Expectations - Looking ahead to the fourth quarter, Citigroup anticipates a quarterly decline in company profits due to falling oil prices, maintaining a target price of 24 HKD and a "buy" rating [1]