Core Viewpoint - NuVista Energy Ltd. reported strong financial and operational results for Q1 2025, achieving record production levels and reaffirming its annual capital and production guidance while enhancing shareholder returns through share repurchases and a renewed credit facility [1][6]. Financial Highlights - Achieved highest-ever quarterly average production of 89,516 Boe/d, exceeding guidance of 87,000 – 88,000 Boe/d, and representing a 12% increase from Q1 2024 [3][16]. - Generated adjusted funds flow of $191.9 million ($0.94/share), a 42% increase compared to Q1 2024 [3][16]. - Net earnings reached $112.2 million ($0.55/share), reflecting a 214% increase from Q1 2024 [3][16]. - Total revenues from petroleum and natural gas were $371.4 million, a 20% increase from $309.0 million in Q1 2024 [16]. Operational Highlights - Executed a net capital expenditure program of $153.4 million, resulting in the drilling and completion of 9 and 24 wells, respectively [3][16]. - Maintained a strong operating netback at $28.41/Boe and a corporate netback at $23.84/Boe, increases of 30% and 28% compared to Q1 2024 [3][16]. - Sustained production above 90,000 Boe/d for March 2025, indicating strong operational capability [10]. Shareholder Returns - Repurchased and cancelled 3.6 million common shares at an average price of $12.86 per share, totaling $45.8 million [3][16]. - The company plans to allocate a minimum of $100 million in 2025 for share repurchases under its normal course issuer bid (NCIB) [5][6]. Financial Position - Strengthened financial position through the amendment and renewal of a three-year covenant-based credit facility, increasing its size to $550 million and extending maturity to May 8, 2028 [9][8]. - Exited Q1 2025 with $2.7 million in available cash and net debt of $267.6 million, maintaining a favorable net debt to annualized adjusted funds flow ratio of 0.3x [8][9]. Production Guidance - Reaffirmed annual production guidance of approximately 90,000 Boe/d, with Q2 2025 production guidance set at 75,000 – 77,000 Boe/d due to planned turnaround operations [13][14]. - Anticipated production growth from the Pipestone area with the commissioning of a third-party gas plant expected late in Q2 2025 [13][14].

Announces Intention to Withhold Votes for Directors Dr. Mary Ann Gray and Dr. Alpna SethAUSTIN, Texas, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ADAR1 Capital Management, LLC (together with its affiliates, "ADAR1"), the largest stockholder of Keros Therapeutics (Nasdaq: KROS) ("Keros" or the "Company") with approximately 13.3% of the Company's outstanding shares, today released a public letter to fellow Keros stockholders outlining its concerns with the Company's capital allocation decisions, strategic direction, and pro ...

Innovative Industrial Properties (IIPR) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 12:00 PM ET Speaker0 Good day, and welcome to the Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Call. All participants will be in a listen only mode. After today's presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions. Please note that this event is being recorded. I would now like to turn the conference over to Eli Kanter, Director of Investor Relations. Please go ahead, sir. Speaker1 Thank y ...

Pan American Silver (PAAS) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Siren Fisekci - Vice President of Investor Relations & Corporate CommunicationsMichael Steinmann - President, CEO & DirectorScott Campbell - Senior Vice President of Operations & ProjectsIgnacio Couturier - Chief Financial OfficerSteve Busby - COOCosmos Chiu - Executive Director & Institutional Equity Research - Precious MetalsMartin Wafforn - Senior Vice President of Technical Services & Process OptimizationSean ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Pan American Silver reported record mine operating earnings of $250.8 million in Q1 2025, continuing the upward trend from 2024 [3] - Revenue for Q1 was $773 million, with net earnings totaling $169 million or $0.47 per share, and adjusted earnings of $153 million or $0.42 per share [5] - Operating cash flow before non-cash working capital changes was $240 million, with free cash flow for the quarter at $112.6 million [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Silver production in Q1 reached over 5 million ounces, slightly above guidance, with all-in sustaining costs at $13.94 per ounce, well below the guided range [4] - Gold production was 182,200 ounces, in line with guidance, and gold segment all-in sustaining costs were $14.85 per ounce, better than expected [5] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company benefited from higher byproduct credits due to increased gold production at Cerro Moro and higher zinc and lead production across polymetallic operations [5] - The favorable precious metal prices are expected to generate strong profit margins throughout 2025 [10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The La Colorada Skarn project is identified as the largest organic growth opportunity, with ongoing engineering work and exploration [7] - The company aims to retain maximum exposure to silver in its deposits while exploring extensions to mineral resources in existing operations [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in maintaining production guidance for 2025, with expectations for higher production in subsequent quarters [10] - The company is optimistic about the favorable operating environment, driven by strong metal prices and effective cost management [10] Other Important Information - The company has approximately $1.7 billion in total available liquidity, providing capacity to pursue growth objectives [6] - Discussions with the Guatemalan government regarding the Escobal project are ongoing, with no set timeline for completion [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Cost performance and future adjustments - Management acknowledged strong cost performance but indicated that adjustments to guidance are not typically made after one quarter [14][16] Question: Drivers of gold and silver sales - The increase in sales was attributed to strong Q4 production, with significant inventory sold in January [20][21] Question: Issues at Minera Florida - Management noted challenges due to mine sequencing, lower grades, and absenteeism, with expectations to recover production in Q3 and Q4 [22][23] Question: Geotechnical challenges at Bell Creek - Management confirmed ongoing seismicity issues at Bell Creek, which have impacted production plans [29][32] Question: Progress on Escobal project discussions - Management reported slow but positive progress in discussions with the Guatemalan government, focusing on environmental concerns [35] Question: Capital allocation priorities - Management emphasized a balanced approach to capital allocation, including shareholder returns and investment in growth projects [50][56]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The first quarter was described as a transformational quarter for the company, successfully exiting the soda ash business and simplifying the balance sheet, which is expected to significantly reduce future cash costs [6][10] - The anticipated annual cash costs of running and sustaining the business have been reduced to approximately $425 million to $450 million [19][20] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - The offshore pipeline transportation segment is expected to see a significant increase in financial contribution due to new production facilities, Shenandoah and Salamanca, which will add nearly 200,000 barrels of oil per day of incremental production capacity [9][10] - The Marine Transportation segment is on pace to post record earnings in 2025, supported by steady demand and limited new construction in the market [16][18] - The Onshore Transportation and Services segment has seen steady volumes and is expected to increase as new offshore projects commence production [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Gulf Coast refinery utilization has recovered from approximately 80% in January to roughly 94% in late April, supporting the need for transportation of heavy and intermediate products [17][18] - The demand for moving petroleum products from the Gulf Coast to East and Mid-Atlantic markets remains steady due to inadequate regional refining capacity [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to implement a capital allocation strategy focusing on redeeming high-cost preferred units, paying down debt, and returning capital to unitholders [20] - The management is optimistic about the long-term value creation potential from the offshore expansion projects and the overall midstream energy space [7][10] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the resolution of mechanical issues affecting production, expecting volume levels to return to normalized levels by the end of the second quarter or third quarter [11][40] - The company believes that deepwater projects are more resilient during low price environments compared to onshore shale plays, with significant capital already invested [14][40] Other Important Information - The Department of Interior's new permitting procedures are expected to expedite the development of domestic energy resources, potentially bringing forward opportunities that were previously slated for later [15] - Ten of the 22 active deepwater drilling rigs in the Gulf of America are working on leases dedicated to the company's pipeline infrastructure [16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Thoughts on capital allocation and distribution - Management indicated a likely flat distribution for the second quarter, with potential adjustments in the third quarter based on project timelines and mechanical issue resolutions [23] Question: Quantifying additional infield and subsea opportunities - Management noted that there are seven active rigs drilling for potential production increases, with typical wells expected to produce 7,000 to 10,000 barrels per day [26][31] Question: Segment margin guidance for offshore segment - Management anticipates that the offshore segment will contribute significantly to annual EBITDA guidance, with OTS and marine segments expected to remain consistent with the first quarter [30] Question: Confidence in resolution of producer issues - Management expressed confidence based on real-time data from producers and noted that producers are incentivized to resolve issues quickly [40] Question: Target leverage ratio and distribution coverage ratio - The long-term target leverage ratio is around four times, with expectations to reach this ratio rapidly as segment margins increase [42]

Genesis Energy (GEL) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 10:00 AM ET Speaker0 Greetings, and welcome to Genesis Energy L. P. First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. A question and answer session will follow the formal presentation. As a reminder, this conference is being recorded. It is now my pleasure to introduce Duane Morley. Thank you, Duane. You may begin. Speaker1 Good morning, and welcome to the twenty twenty five first quart ...

Western Midstream Partners (WES) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 08, 2025 10:00 AM ET Speaker0 Good morning. My name is Ludi, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to the Western Midstream Partners First Quarter twenty twenty five Earnings Conference Call. All lines have been placed on mute to prevent any background noise. After the speakers' remarks, there will be a question and answer session. Thank you. I would now like to turn the conference over to Danie ...

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