4 July 2025 | 4:36PM SGT China Energy: Oil: 2Q25 Preview: Preference remains on FCF; Stay Buy PetroChina and CNOOC We refresh our earnings estimates of PetroChina, Sinopec and CNOOC, marking-to-market for 1Q earnings and recent trends in key commodity prices and margins (Exhibit 1). Due to recent geopolitical events, 2Q Brent oil prices have realized at c.US$67/bbl, moderately higher than the US$65/bbl we assumed in our last update; meanwhile, deep utilization cuts of SOE refiners and subdued utilization of ...

Key Takeaways Chevron's Future Growth Project at Tengiz is fully operational, adding 260K barrels of oil per day. The project is set to generate $5B in free cash flow in 2025 and $6B in 2026 from Chevron's 50% stake. FGP expands CVX's reach in Eurasia, using tech like gas reinjection and digital operations for efficiency.Chevron Corporation (CVX) has completed a massive undertaking in Kazakhstan. The $48 billion Future Growth Project (FGP) at the Tengiz oil field, managed through its 50% owned partner Ten ...

Key Takeaways BP has gained 13.8% in six months, outperforming sector peers ExxonMobil and Chevron. Strong free cash flow growth and upstream project execution support BP's investment appeal. BP's dividend yield of 6.14% tops industry rivals, backed by disciplined capital strategy.Shares of BP plc (BP) have gained 13.8% in the past six months, outperforming the oil-energy sector’s gain of 9.8%. The company has a market capitalization of $9.3 billion.BP also outpaced its energy peers, Exxon Mobil Corporati ...

Key Takeaways DKNG's Q1 adjusted EBITDA hit $103M, up from $22.4M a year ago despite a $170M revenue impact. Margin gains reflect a 300 bps rise in gross margin and tighter control of promotional spending. DKNG expects sportsbook hold to improve and EBITDA to exceed $200M in Q2 on a stronger handle.DraftKings Inc. (DKNG) is transitioning from a high-growth story to a disciplined, cash-generating business, and 2025 could mark a critical turning point. With a reaffirmed free cash flow (FCF) target of $750 m ...

Core Viewpoint - Range Resources Corporation (RRC) has shown resilience with a 5.5% share price increase over the past six months, contrasting with a 20.7% decline in the oil-energy sector and a 3.6% rise in the S&P 500 composite [1][6] Financial Performance - RRC's market capitalization stands at $9.3 billion [1] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate projects a 38.3% year-over-year increase in RRC's 2025 earnings per share (EPS) and a 14.3% rise in revenues to $3.2 billion [3][6] - The company has achieved a 34.3% earnings growth over the last five years, surpassing the industry average of 26.1% [3] - Long-term earnings growth is anticipated at 40.8%, exceeding the industry average of 20.5% [4] Valuation and Price Targets - The average price target for RRC, based on 22 analysts, is $42.18 per share, indicating an 8.26% upside from the last closing price [5] - RRC is currently trading at a trailing 12-month EV/EBITDA of 10.01X, which is lower than the broader industry average of 11.07X [8] - The 2026E EV/EBITDA multiple is projected at 6.5X, significantly below sector peers and broader equity indices [14] Cash Flow and Capital Management - RRC has consistently generated free cash flow, with a cumulative $3.2 billion from 2021 to 2024 [13] - The forecast for 2025 free cash flow exceeds $450 million, with potential to surpass $1 billion at $4.50/MMBtu natural gas prices [6][13] - The company operates with a capital reinvestment rate below 50%, allowing for a production growth of approximately 20% through 2027 while returning capital to shareholders [13] Resource Base and Operational Efficiency - RRC holds over 30 years of high-quality, undrilled Marcellus inventory, with approximately 28 million lateral feet of drilling potential [10] - The inventory breaks even at natural gas prices below $2.50/MMBtu, with some assets viable under $2.00/MMBtu [12] - The company benefits from low capital intensity and peer-leading well costs, enabling sustained value creation even in modest commodity price scenarios [15] Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Practices - RRC achieved net-zero Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions in 2024 and reduced methane intensity by 83% since 2019 [16] - The company recycles more than 100% of its produced water and has implemented an extensive leak detection program [16] - These practices enhance stakeholder relations and support a long-term license to operate in Appalachia [17]

Greatness Starts Here We transform organizations by building exceptional leaders, teams, and cultures that get results. © FranklinCovey Co. All rights reserved. PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL INVESTOR UPDATE Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Forward-Looking Statements/Non-GAAP This presentation contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are based upon management's current expectations and are subject to various risks and u ...

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Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the importance of dividend-paying stocks as a strategy for investors to enhance returns amid macroeconomic uncertainties, featuring three specific stocks recommended by top Wall Street analysts. Group 1: McDonald's (MCD) - McDonald's offers a quarterly dividend of $1.77 per share, resulting in an annualized dividend of $7.08 per share and a dividend yield of 2.4% [3] - The company has increased its annual dividend for 49 consecutive years, positioning itself to become a dividend king [3] - Jefferies analyst Andy Barish has reiterated a buy rating on McDonald's with a price target of $360, citing near-term acceleration in U.S. same-store sales and medium-term unit growth as key drivers [4][5] - Barish also noted improved international same-store sales, benefiting from McDonald's value proposition and competitive advantages in size, scale, and advertising [5][6] - The analyst expects global unit growth to accelerate to 4% to 5% and highlighted the company's strong free cash flow generation to support dividends and share repurchases [6] Group 2: EPR Properties (EPR) - EPR Properties, a REIT focused on experiential properties, recently increased its monthly dividend by 3.5% to $0.295 per share, resulting in an annualized dividend of $3.54 per share and a dividend yield of 6.2% [8] - Stifel analyst Simon Yarmak upgraded EPR to buy from hold, raising the price target to $65 from $52, citing improvements in the cost of capital and potential for external growth [9] - Yarmak noted that EPR's weighted average cost of capital has improved to about 7.85% from nearly 9.3%, enabling the company to pursue acquisitions [11] - The analyst expects continued improvement in the theatre industry fundamentals to enhance EPR's earnings over the coming years [12] Group 3: Halliburton (HAL) - Halliburton offers a quarterly dividend of 17 cents per share, leading to an annualized dividend of 68 cents per share and a dividend yield of 3.3% [14] - Goldman Sachs analyst Neil Mehta reaffirmed a buy rating on Halliburton with a price target of $24, highlighting that about 60% of HAL's revenue comes from international markets, providing resilience [15][16] - Management anticipates growth from unconventional completion opportunities and market share growth in directional drilling, which could enhance margins and support strong free cash flow [17] - Despite expected pricing softness in North America, Halliburton aims to maintain a premium due to its differentiated technology and long-term contracts [18]