Core Viewpoint - Vital Energy Inc. has acquired additional petroleum and natural gas rights in Alberta, enhancing its asset base and drilling potential in the region [1][2]. Acquisition Details - The company acquired seven sections totaling approximately 1,792 hectares of Alberta Crown P&NG rights for a total purchase price of $5,998,139, which includes bonus consideration and associated Crown fees [1]. - The acquired lands include P&NG rights from the surface or base of the Nikanassin Formation to the base of the Halfway Formation under a four-year Northern P&NG License [2]. Asset Development Potential - With the recent acquisition, Vital now holds a total of nine sections in the same area, having previously acquired two sections in 2025 [2]. - Internal technical work has identified the potential for up to 44 drilling locations across the land base in the Charlie Lake dolomite/siltstone reservoir [2]. Strategic Focus - The company intends to concentrate a significant portion of its future technical, operational, and capital efforts on its higher production potential Charlie Lake asset within the Charlie Lake reservoir core area of the Grande Prairie region [3]. Company Overview - Vital Energy Inc. is a publicly traded junior oil and gas company focused on light and medium crude oil production in Western Canada [4].

2026 Budget & Guidance - Development capital expenditures are budgeted between $180 million and $190 million[10] - The company forecasts average production between 39,000 and 41,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d)[10] - Oil and liquids are expected to comprise approximately 81% of the production mix[10] - Adjusted Funds Flow (AFF) is projected to be between $325 million and $375 million, or $1.75 to $2.00 per share[10] - Free Funds Flow (FFF) is forecasted between $120 million and $170 million, or $0.65 to $0.95 per share, resulting in a free funds flow yield of 25% to 35%[10] - Net debt at the end of 2026 is estimated to be between $645 million and $695 million, with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 1.4x to 1.7x[10] Sensitivity Analysis - A $5.00 change in WTI oil price is expected to impact AFF by approximately $50 million[13] - A 1,000 barrel per day change in oil production is projected to impact AFF by approximately $25 million[13] - A $0.01 change in the CAD/USD exchange rate is expected to impact AFF by approximately $8 million[13] - A $0.50 change in AECO gas price is projected to impact AFF by approximately $3 million[13] Development Program Highlights - Approximately 33% of the 2026 development capital is allocated to Open Hole Multi-Lateral (OHML) locations in Southeast Saskatchewan (SE SK)[9, 15] - The company plans for 32 OHML locations in 2026 and has identified over 300 OHML locations in SE SK[15] - The company plans for 23 conventional wells[19]

Core Insights - Bonterra Energy Corp. announced positive results from its latest Charlie Lake wells, with a combined average 30-day peak rate of 2,650 BOE per day, including 1,100 barrels per day of light crude oil [2][8] - The company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire an adjacent asset in the Greater Bonanza Area for $15.7 million, which is expected to enhance production and cash flow [4][10] - The preliminary budget for 2026 anticipates production growth of 8% year-over-year, with a capital expenditure range of $75 to $80 million [13][21] Charlie Lake Well Results - Completion operations on two new wells were finished in Q4 2025, achieving peak rates of approximately 1,325 BOE per day per well [8] - The new wells utilized three-mile laterals and increased fracture stimulation intensity compared to previous wells [2] - An additional well is planned for completion in Q1 2026 [2] Strategic Acquisition - The acquisition will increase Bonterra's land holdings in the Greater Bonanza Area by 36% and add approximately 760 BOE per day of production [4][9] - The deal includes 21 top-tier drilling locations and enhances the company's existing infrastructure [9][10] - The acquisition is expected to close before December 31, 2025, and will be funded through the company's revolving credit facility [10] 2026 Preliminary Budget Guidance - The budget aims for an average production of 16,200 to 16,400 BOE per day, with a focus on Charlie Lake and Montney assets [13][21] - Expected funds flow is projected between $105 million to $110 million, with free funds flow of approximately $21 million [14][21] - The budget allocates approximately 60% towards the Charlie Lake core area, 10% towards Montney, and 25% towards Cardium [22] Financial Metrics and Projections - The company anticipates a free funds flow yield of approximately 14% based on a WTI price of $60 per barrel [14][21] - The net debt to last twelve months' EBITDA ratio is expected to be around 1.3x by the end of 2026 [14][23] - Hedges are in place for approximately 31% of expected crude oil and 21% of natural gas production to mitigate market volatility [17]

CALGARY, Alberta, Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crown Point Energy Inc. (TSX-V: CWV) ("Crown Point" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Crown Point Energia S.A., has closed the previously announced acquisition from Tecpetrol S.A. and YPF S.A of a 59.32947% interest in the El Tordillo, La Tapera and Puesto Quiroga hydrocarbon exploitation concessions (the "Chubut Concessions") and certain related infrastructure. Combined with the previously announced acquisition of ...

Group 1 - Vital Energy Inc. has entered into a loan agreement for a principal sum of AU$20,000,000, which will be advanced in two installments and matures on September 19, 2027 [1] - The loan bears an interest rate of 15% per annum, with interest payable monthly [1] - Vital Energy Inc. is a publicly traded junior oil and gas company focused on light and medium crude oil production in Western Canada [2] Group 2 - The loan agreement is with an arm's length lender, indicating that the lender is not related to the company [1] - The company operates under the ticker symbol "VUX" on the TSX Venture Exchange [2]

Core Insights - Strathcona Resources Ltd. reported strong financial and operational results for Q1 2025, with record production and operating earnings despite flat WTI prices [1][5][10] - The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share, reflecting a 15% increase compared to the previous quarter [10][11] - Strathcona has made a strategic investment in MEG Energy Corp., acquiring 23.4 million shares, representing approximately 9.20% of MEG's current shares outstanding [12] Financial Performance - Total oil production reached 194,609 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d), a 5% increase from Q1 2024 [2][5] - Operating earnings were reported at $322.4 million, a 70% increase from the prior quarter [5][23] - Funds from operations amounted to $558.1 million, up from $455.6 million in Q1 2024 [2][23] Production and Operational Highlights - Bitumen production was 65,016 barrels per day, up from 60,150 barrels per day in Q1 2024 [1][39] - The company achieved a total oil production of 136,186 barrels per day, with 70% being oil and condensate [1][39] - Significant production growth was driven by strong performance at Cold Lake, particularly from the Tucker area [5][6] Capital Expenditures and Cash Flow - Capital expenditures for the quarter were $350.6 million, in line with expectations [5][23] - Free cash flow was reported at $184.0 million, compared to $157.9 million in Q1 2024 [2][23] - The company expects decommissioning costs to average approximately $5 million per quarter for the remainder of 2025 [5] Strategic Initiatives - Strathcona is focused on the construction of the new Meota Central processing facility, which is currently 22% complete and on schedule [7] - The company has entered into agreements to sell substantially all of its Montney assets for approximately $2.84 billion [8][9] - An expanded credit facility of approximately $3.255 billion has been approved, enhancing the company's liquidity position [9]