Core Viewpoint - The intrinsic value of CNOOC is composed of several components, including PV-10 value of proven reserves, discounted value of proven but unconfirmed reserves, increased value from enhanced oil recovery in old oil fields, value of exploration and extraction rights in domestic offshore areas, and net cash on the balance sheet [2][3]. Summary by Sections - Under the assumption of an average Brent crude oil price of $82 in 2023, CNOOC's PV-10 value is approximately 882.1 billion yuan, corresponding to proven reserves of about 678 million barrels. For 2024, with an average Brent price of $80, the proven reserves are estimated at 732 million barrels, with a discounted value of around 960 billion yuan [2][3]. - By the end of 2024, CNOOC's proven but unconfirmed reserves are estimated at 750 million barrels, with a barrel oil discounted value of approximately $12, leading to a total discounted value of about 640 billion yuan [3]. - The increased value from enhanced oil recovery in old oil fields is estimated at around 150 billion yuan. CNOOC discovers approximately 100 million barrels of new oil and gas reserves annually, adding about 71 billion yuan in value each year. The value of CNOOC's exploration rights in domestic oil and gas blocks is estimated at around 300 billion yuan [3]. - CNOOC's net cash is projected to be around 150 billion yuan by the end of 2024. The total discounted value of CNOOC is calculated to be approximately 2.2 trillion yuan, which, when applying a 30% discount, results in a value of about 1.54 trillion yuan [3]. - If the average Brent crude oil price hypothetically drops to $70, CNOOC's average annual profit over the next ten years is expected to decline by about 28 billion yuan, leading to a total discounted value reduction of approximately 250 billion yuan, bringing the total discounted value down to about 1.365 trillion yuan after applying the 30% discount [3][4]. - Currently, CNOOC's H-share market capitalization is around 773 billion yuan. The company has committed to a dividend payout ratio of no less than 45% of its annual profits over the next three years, indicating a strong intention to return value to shareholders [4].