Core Viewpoint - China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) reported a revenue of 420.5 billion yuan for 2024, with a year-on-year growth of approximately 1%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 137.9 billion yuan, reflecting an increase of about 11% [1] Financial Performance - In Q4, the company achieved a revenue of approximately 94.5 billion yuan, a decrease of 14% year-on-year and 5% quarter-on-quarter; the net profit for the quarter was about 21.3 billion yuan, down 19% year-on-year and 42% quarter-on-quarter [1] - The total dividend payout for 2024 is proposed at 1.4 HKD per share (including tax), with a total dividend payout ratio of approximately 45% [1] Production and Reserves - As of the end of 2024, CNOOC's net oil and gas production reached approximately 727 million barrels of oil equivalent, an increase of 7.2% year-on-year, exceeding the initial target of 700-720 million barrels [1] - The company's net proven reserves reached 7.271 billion barrels of oil equivalent, also up by about 7.2% year-on-year, with a reserve life stable at 10 years and a replacement ratio of approximately 167% [1] Capital Expenditure and Shareholder Returns - CNOOC's capital expenditure for the reporting period was 132.5 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of about 2%, with capital expenditure intensity growing nearly threefold since 2016, at a compound annual growth rate of over 13% [2] - Over the past two years (2022 and 2023), the total cash dividends paid by the company exceeded 163.4 billion yuan, ranking fourth in A-shares and first in the oil and petrochemical sector [2] - The company plans to maintain a dividend payout ratio of no less than 45% for the years 2025-2027, subject to shareholder approval [2] Cost Control and Growth - CNOOC has achieved a net production growth of approximately 77% from 2013 to the end of 2024, while the main cost per barrel of oil has decreased by about 37%, demonstrating strong cost control capabilities [2] - The company's oil and gas reserves have increased by over 64% from 2013 to the end of 2024, providing a solid foundation for sustained production growth [2] Profit Forecast - The company is expected to maintain a clear growth trajectory with high dividend payouts, with projected net profits attributable to shareholders of 137.6 billion, 134.2 billion, and 139.6 billion yuan for the years 2025-2027 [3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for both A-shares and H-shares of the company, with current prices at 8.08 CNY and 6.16 HKD respectively [1]. Core Insights - The company achieved a record high net profit attributable to shareholders of 164.7 billion CNY in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 2.02% [5][6]. - The report highlights the company's integrated industry chain as a key factor in withstanding oil price fluctuations, with a free cash flow of 104.35 billion CNY for three consecutive years exceeding 100 billion CNY [6][17]. - The company’s total revenue for 2024 was 2,938 billion CNY, a decrease of 2.48% year-on-year, while the fourth quarter revenue was 681.7 billion CNY, down 6.70% year-on-year [5][6]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 2024, the average Brent crude oil price was 79.86 USD/barrel, down 2.8% year-on-year, while the fourth quarter average was 74.01 USD/barrel, down 10.7% year-on-year [6]. - The company’s upstream business benefited from ongoing "increased reserves and production" initiatives, achieving an operating profit of 159.7 billion CNY, up 7.4% year-on-year [7][8]. - The natural gas sales business saw a significant profit increase of 25.5% year-on-year, reaching 54 billion CNY [10]. Segment Analysis - The refining and chemical segment reported an operating profit of 21.4 billion CNY, down 42.1% year-on-year, primarily due to narrowing margins on refined products [11]. - The company processed 1,378.4 million barrels of crude oil in 2024, a decrease of 1.5% year-on-year, while chemical product sales volume increased by 13.6% [12][13]. Shareholder Returns - The board proposed a final dividend of 0.25 CNY per share, with an annual dividend of 0.47 CNY per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 52.2% [14]. - The total dividend amount is approximately 86.02 billion CNY, with dividend yields of 5.8% for A-shares and 8.2% for H-shares based on the stock price as of March 28 [14]. Long-term Outlook - The report projects net profits for 2025-2027 to be 173 billion CNY, 178.4 billion CNY, and 182.9 billion CNY respectively, with a continued focus on the potential of the "increased reserves and production" strategy and long-term growth in the natural gas sector [17][18].

2025 年 3 月 30 日 公司研究 24 年归母净利润大涨 11%，产储量再创历史新高 ——中国海油（600938.SH）2024 年报点评 买入（维持） 当前价：25.79 元 作者 分析师：赵乃迪 执业证书编号：S0930517050005 010-57378026 zhaond@ebscn.com 分析师：蔡嘉豪 执业证书编号：S0930523070003 021-52523800 caijiahao@ebscn.com 分析师：王礼沫 执业证书编号：S0930524040002 010-56513142 wanglimo@ebscn.com 市场数据 | 总股本(亿股) | 475.30 | | --- | --- | | 总市值(亿元)： | 12257.97 | | 一年最低/最高(元)： | 23.71/34.17 | | 近 3 月换手率： | 5.07% | 股价相对走势 -10% -1% 8% 17% 26% 03/24 06/24 09/24 12/24 03/25 中国海油 沪深300 | 收益表现 | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | % | ...

Investment Rating - The investment rating for China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) is "Buy" [1] Core Views - Despite a decline in oil prices, CNOOC achieved steady growth in 2024, with total revenue of CNY 420.51 billion, a year-on-year increase of 0.94%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of CNY 137.94 billion, up 11.38% year-on-year [1][2] - The company maintained a lower decline in oil prices compared to Brent crude, with an average realized oil price of USD 76.75 per barrel, down 1.55% year-on-year, and a gas price of USD 7.72 per thousand cubic feet, down 3.26% year-on-year [5][8] - CNOOC's net production of oil and gas reached 726.8 million barrels of oil equivalent, a year-on-year increase of 7.20%, indicating continued production growth [5][6] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q4 2024, CNOOC reported revenue of CNY 94.48 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 13.94%, and a net profit of CNY 21.28 billion, down 18.78% year-on-year [2][3] - For the full year 2024, the company achieved a basic earnings per share (EPS) of CNY 2.90, an increase of 11.54% year-on-year [1][3] Production and Costs - CNOOC's oil and gas production growth slowed in Q4, with a total production increase of 3.48% year-on-year and 2.78% quarter-on-quarter [3] - The company's oil cost per barrel increased to USD 29.64, reflecting seasonal cost increases due to maintenance and operational workload [3][8] Capital Expenditure and Dividends - CNOOC's capital expenditure for 2024 was CNY 132.5 billion, a year-on-year increase of 2.24%, with a commitment to maintain a dividend payout ratio of no less than 45% for 2025-2027 [8] - The company paid a total dividend of HKD 1.4 per share in 2024, with a dividend yield of 4.89% for A shares and 7.49% for H shares [8] Future Outlook - The forecast for net profit attributable to shareholders for 2025-2027 is CNY 136.44 billion, CNY 142.24 billion, and CNY 149.78 billion, with expected growth rates of -1.1%, 4.3%, and 5.3% respectively [8] - CNOOC aims for stable production growth targets of 760-780 million barrels in 2025, 780-800 million barrels in 2026, and 810-830 million barrels in 2027 [5][6]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company A/H shares [5][8]. Core Views - The company achieved a revenue of 420.5 billion RMB in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 1%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 137.9 billion RMB, up 11% year-on-year [1]. - The company has demonstrated strong performance in reserve additions and production growth, alongside effective cost reduction measures [2]. - The report anticipates a decline in oil prices for 2025-2026, adjusting profit forecasts downward but still projecting growth in net profit [5]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q4 2024, the company reported a revenue of 94.5 billion RMB, a decrease of 14% quarter-on-quarter, and a net profit of 21.3 billion RMB, down 19% quarter-on-quarter [1]. - The average Brent price in 2024 was 79.9 USD per barrel, a decrease of 2.8% year-on-year, while the company's realized oil price was 76.8 USD per barrel, down 1.6% year-on-year [2]. Production and Cost Efficiency - The company's net oil and gas production reached 726.8 million barrels of oil equivalent in 2024, an increase of 7.2% year-on-year [2]. - The company achieved a barrel of oil cost of 28.52 USD, a decrease of 1.1% year-on-year, with a gross margin increase of 3.7 percentage points to 53.6% [2]. Capital Expenditure and Future Projects - The company invested 132.5 billion RMB in capital expenditures in 2024, a 2.2% increase year-on-year, supporting future production and efficiency improvements [4]. - The company made 11 new discoveries and evaluated 30 oil and gas structures, with key projects like the Bohai Zhong 19-2 oil field and deep-sea gas development coming online [4]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The report projects net profits of 142.5 billion RMB for 2025, down from previous estimates due to anticipated lower oil prices [5]. - The target prices for A/H shares are set at 37.50 RMB and 27.72 HKD, respectively, based on a price-to-earnings ratio of 12.5x for 2025 [5].

3月27日，中国海洋石油有限公司（以下简称"中国海油（600938）"，股票代码：600938）发布2024年 年度业绩。2024年，在布伦特原油均价同比下降2.9%的背景下，中国海油油气销售收入达3556亿元， 同比增长8.5%；归母净利润达1379亿元，同比增长11.4%。 "公司以业绩的确定性应对油价的不确定性，塑造穿越油价周期的韧性，持续为股东创造价值。"在当天 举行的业绩说明会上，中国海油管理层对《证券日报》记者表示，低成本发展战略是中国海油长期秉承 的核心竞争力，公司会持续在降本增效方面发力，包括两提一降、稳油控水、工程标准化、精益管理， 以及保持高效的安全生产水平等方面，保持低成本的核心竞争优势。 为与股东共享发展成果，中国海油董事会已建议派发每股0.66港元的末期股息（含税），全年股息预计 为1.40港元/股（含税），同比增长12%，股息支付率为44.7%。 "公司在决策派息时主要考虑公司的盈利水平、资产负债情况、资本支出的计划，同时也会对标国际同 行，保持在同行中领先的派息水平。公司将根据市场环境的变化，秉承回报股东的原则，综合考虑公司 股东的意愿、战略规划、经营状况等，适时对上述分红政策进 ...

Core Viewpoint - China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) reported a strong financial performance for the fiscal year 2024, with significant increases in revenue and net profit, driven by both domestic and international production growth [1][2] Financial Performance - In 2024, CNOOC achieved oil and gas sales revenue of 355.6 billion yuan and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 137.9 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 11.4% [1] - The average cost of crude oil equivalent for the year was $28.52 per barrel, a decrease of approximately 1.1% year-on-year, reinforcing the company's cost competitiveness [1] Production and Exploration - CNOOC's net production of oil and gas reached 726.8 million barrels of oil equivalent, marking a year-on-year increase of 7.2% [1] - Domestic production benefited from contributions from fields such as Bohai Zhong 19-6, with a 5.6% increase, while international production saw a significant rise of 10.8% due to the commissioning of the Payara project in Guyana [1] - The company made 11 new oil and gas discoveries in 2024, including significant projects like Longkou 7-1 and Qinhuangdao 29-6, and successfully evaluated 30 oil and gas structures [1] - As of the end of 2024, CNOOC's net proven reserves reached 7.27 billion barrels of oil equivalent, a year-on-year increase of 7.2%, with a stable reserve life of 10 years [1] Strategic Outlook - CNOOC's Chairman, Wang Dongjin, emphasized the company's commitment to driving reserve growth and production through technological innovation, maintaining cost advantages, and providing stable dividends to shareholders [2] - The company plans to continue its efforts in enhancing quality and efficiency, aiming for high-quality development in the future [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [6] Core Views - The recent discovery of high-yield oil and gas flow at the Weizhou 10-5 oil and gas field in the Beibu Gulf marks a significant breakthrough in oil and gas exploration in the region, enhancing the company's resource base [1][2] - The company has achieved notable oil and gas discoveries in various Chinese maritime areas, solidifying its resource foundation and ensuring stable supply for economic development [2] - The company plans to maintain high capital expenditure, with a budget of 125-135 billion yuan for 2025, focusing on exploration and development to support steady production growth [3] Summary by Sections Exploration Breakthrough - The Weizhou 10-5 oil and gas field, located approximately 75 kilometers from Beihai, Guangxi, has a significant oil and gas layer thickness of 283 meters, with natural gas production of about 370,000 cubic meters per day and oil production of approximately 800 barrels per day [2] Production and Capital Expenditure - The company targets an oil equivalent production of 760-780 million barrels for 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 6.9%, with further targets of 780-800 million barrels for 2026 and 810-830 million barrels for 2027 [3] - The capital expenditure allocation for 2025 includes 61% for exploration, 20% for development, and 16% for production, with a domestic to overseas expenditure ratio of 68% to 32% [3] Profitability and Valuation - The company forecasts net profits of 145.7 billion yuan, 158.2 billion yuan, and 163.9 billion yuan for 2024, 2025, and 2026 respectively, with corresponding EPS of 3.06 yuan, 3.33 yuan, and 3.45 yuan per share [4] - The report highlights the company's cost leadership and high dividend policy, emphasizing its resilience during oil price fluctuations [4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) [6] Core Views - Significant breakthroughs in oil and gas exploration in the Beibu Gulf, particularly the Weizhou 10-5 oil and gas field, which achieved high production rates, indicating a promising exploration outlook for the region [1][2] - The company has made substantial oil and gas discoveries in various Chinese maritime areas, reinforcing its resource base and ensuring stable supply for economic development [2] - The company plans to maintain high capital expenditures, with a budget of 125-135 billion yuan for 2025, focusing on exploration and production to support steady growth in output [3][4] Summary by Sections Exploration and Production - The Weizhou 10-5 oil and gas field, located approximately 75 kilometers from Beihai, Guangxi, has a significant oil and gas layer thickness of 283 meters, with natural gas production of about 370,000 cubic meters per day and oil production of approximately 800 barrels per day [2] - CNOOC has achieved major oil and gas discoveries in the South China Sea and Bohai Sea, including billion-ton oil field discoveries, which further solidify its resource foundation [2] Financial Projections - The company forecasts a production target of 760-780 million barrels of oil equivalent for 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 6.9%, with further targets of 780-800 million barrels for 2026 and 810-830 million barrels for 2027 [3] - The projected net profits for 2024, 2025, and 2026 are 1457 billion yuan, 1582 billion yuan, and 1639 billion yuan respectively, with corresponding EPS of 3.06 yuan, 3.33 yuan, and 3.45 yuan [4][11] Valuation Metrics - The report maintains the profit forecast for 2024-2026, highlighting the company's resilience during oil price fluctuations and its commitment to high dividend policies [4] - The company is expected to maintain a cost advantage in the industry while pursuing high-quality development and stable production growth [3][4]