HOUSTON, TX, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Houston American Energy Corp. (NYSE American: HUSA) (the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with an institutional investor (the “SPA”) for the purchase and sale of an aggregate of 81,629 shares of common stock at a purchase price of $14.80 per share in a registered direct offering (the “Offering”). The aggregate gross proceeds to the Company of this offering are expected to be approximately $1.2 million, before deducting ...

Core Insights - Nabors Industries Ltd. (NBR) has experienced a significant stock decline of 56% over the past year, underperforming compared to peers in the oil and gas drilling sector [1][13] - The company faces multiple operational and financial challenges, raising concerns about its near-term outlook and ability to stabilize and grow [2] Financial Performance - The U.S. Drilling segment reported a decrease in adjusted EBITDA from $105.8 million in Q4 2024 to $92.7 million in Q1 2025, attributed to lower rig counts and operational inefficiencies [3] - Daily margins in the Lower 48 states fell from $14,940 to $14,276 due to increased rig churn, leading to higher costs and contract instability [3][4] - Management anticipates only a marginal recovery in daily margins to $14,100 in Q2 2025, indicating ongoing pressure in the U.S. market, which accounts for 44% of total drilling revenues [4] Geopolitical and Market Risks - Nabors suspended operations in Russia due to U.S. sanctions, incurring $28.6 million in non-cash charges, and does not expect to resume activities there [5] - The company faces challenges in Colombia and Mexico, including delayed customer payments, with 20% of international rigs located in volatile regions, increasing exposure to geopolitical risks [5] Debt and Cash Flow Concerns - Nabors' net debt stood at $2.28 billion in Q1 2025, with adjusted free cash flow showing a usage of $71 million [6] - The company has a capital expenditure target of $770-$780 million for 2025, which includes $360 million for SANAD newbuilds, constraining near-term cash flow [6] - The Parker acquisition added $178 million in debt, and rising interest rates pose refinancing risks, raising concerns about financial stability [6] Dependency on Joint Ventures - The SANAD joint venture is crucial for growth, contributing significantly to international EBITDA, but its success is contingent on Saudi Aramco's capital discipline [7] - Any slowdown in Aramco's gas-focused drilling, which constitutes 75% of SANAD's activity, could jeopardize projections [7] Integration and Operational Challenges - The Parker acquisition, while expected to generate $40 million in synergies, introduces integration complexities and costs, with $14 million incurred in the first quarter [9] - Parker's negative free cash flow of $10 million in Q1 and a $60 million capex target for 2025 further strain liquidity [9] Customer and Revenue Risks - Nabors faces receivables issues, particularly in Mexico, where $20 million in expected collections were delayed [11] - The company's reliance on a few key clients increases vulnerability to payment delays or contract cancellations, contrasting with peers that have diversified their customer bases [11] Market Position and Comparison - Over the past year, Nabors' share price has dropped 56.4%, significantly more than declines of 45.7%, 50.9%, and 39.1% for peers Transocean, Helmerich & Payne, and Patterson-UTI Energy, respectively [13] - The overall Oils-Energy sector saw a rise of 3.6%, highlighting Nabors' underperformance relative to both its industry peers and the broader market [13]

President Donald Trump has revived his familiar “drill, baby, drill” rhetoric, urging the Energy Department to facilitate greater U.S. oil production. Notably, his call comes as oil prices remain on edge, with further increases possible amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.While the Department of Energy cannot directly order companies to produce more oil, investors are likely to turn their attention to domestic producers, which could benefit if political support for expanded drilling grows. ...

NEW YORK, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Civitas Resources, Inc. (NYSE: CIVI) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential violations of the federal securities laws. If you invested in Civitas you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/civitas-resources-inc. Investors have until July 1, 2025, to ask the Court to be appointe ...

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Core Viewpoint - The market's risk aversion has quickly receded, leading to a significant drop in oil prices, with domestic SC crude oil futures hitting the limit down at a 9% decline, currently priced at 518.6 yuan per barrel [1]. Group 1: Market Reactions - A senior Iranian official confirmed that Iran agreed to a ceasefire proposal related to the conflict with Israel after a conversation with the Qatari Prime Minister, although the Iranian Foreign Minister stated that no formal agreement has been reached [1]. - The current round of Israel-Iran conflict shows signs of easing without causing disruptions to oil supply, which may lead to a bearish trend in oil prices [1]. Group 2: Supply and Demand Dynamics - The macroeconomic and supply-demand support for the recent oil price increase is weak, with geopolitical risks in the Middle East being the primary factor for the price premium [1]. - OPEC+ is expected to discuss potential production increases in early July, which may put pressure on oil prices in the near term [2]. - Factors such as low inventory levels, seasonal demand peaks, and declining shale oil supply may limit the speed of oil price declines, suggesting a shift from an upward trend to a wide-ranging fluctuation before a potential downward trend [1][2]. Group 3: Trading Strategies - The oil trading sector is facing mid-term layout opportunities, with geopolitical disturbances potentially having pulse-like impacts, necessitating risk control in trading [2]. - In scenarios where geopolitical factors have limited escalation, a supply-demand perspective may favor short-selling at higher price points [2].

Group 1: Stock Performance - Valero Energy (VLO) closed at $137.06, down 2.86% from the previous day, underperforming the S&P 500 which gained 0.96% [1] - Over the past month, Valero's shares have increased by 9.76%, outperforming the Oils-Energy sector's gain of 6.67% and the S&P 500's gain of 0.5% [1] Group 2: Upcoming Earnings Release - Valero Energy's earnings report is expected on July 24, 2025, with an anticipated EPS of $1.77, representing a 34.69% decline compared to the same quarter last year [2] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate projects net sales of $27.83 billion, down 19.3% from the year-ago period [2] Group 3: Fiscal Year Projections - For the entire fiscal year, the Zacks Consensus Estimates project earnings of $6.19 per share and revenue of $115.9 billion, reflecting changes of -27% and -10.76% respectively from the prior year [3] - Recent changes to analyst estimates indicate a favorable outlook on Valero's business health and profitability [3] Group 4: Zacks Rank and Valuation - Valero Energy currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold), with the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate moving 1.01% higher over the past month [5] - The company has a Forward P/E ratio of 22.79, which is a premium compared to the industry average Forward P/E of 17.67 [6] Group 5: PEG Ratio and Industry Ranking - Valero's PEG ratio is currently 2.46, compared to the industry average PEG ratio of 1.62 [7] - The Oil and Gas - Refining and Marketing industry, which includes Valero, ranks in the bottom 42% of all industries according to the Zacks Industry Rank [8]

Company Performance - Archrock Inc. (AROC) closed at $24.36, reflecting a -2.33% change from the previous day's closing price, underperforming the S&P 500 which gained 0.96% [1] - Over the past month, shares of Archrock have appreciated by 0.65%, underperforming the Oils-Energy sector's gain of 6.67% but outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 0.5% [2] - Analysts expect Archrock to report earnings of $0.38 per share, indicating a year-over-year growth of 52%, with a revenue estimate of $360.26 million, representing a 33.17% increase from the same quarter last year [3] - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are projected at $1.62 per share and revenue at $1.47 billion, reflecting changes of +54.29% and +27.02% respectively from the prior year [4] Analyst Estimates - Recent changes to analyst estimates for Archrock indicate a positive outlook on the company's business operations and profit generation capabilities [5] - The Zacks Rank system, which evaluates estimate changes, currently ranks Archrock at 4 (Sell), with the consensus EPS estimate remaining unchanged over the last 30 days [7] Valuation Metrics - Archrock is trading at a Forward P/E ratio of 15.36, which aligns with the industry average [8] - The company has a PEG ratio of 1.28, compared to the Oil and Gas - Field Services industry's average PEG ratio of 3.65 [9] Industry Context - The Oil and Gas - Field Services industry, part of the Oils-Energy sector, holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 141, placing it in the bottom 43% of over 250 industries [10]

Schlumberger (SLB) closed the most recent trading day at $33.73, moving -5.89% from the previous trading session. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 0.96%. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.89%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq increased by 0.94%. Prior to today's trading, shares of the world's largest oilfield services company had gained 6.48% lagged the Oils-Energy sector's gain of 6.67% and outpaced the S&P 500's gain of 0.5%.Market participants will be closel ...