Amplify Energy (US:AMPY)2025-05-13 16:02Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of $19.4 million and operating cash flow of $25.5 million for Q1 2025, with production averaging 17,900 BOE per day [7][24] - A net loss of approximately $5.9 million was reported, an improvement from a net loss of $7.4 million in the prior quarter, primarily due to a noncash unrealized loss on commodity derivatives [24][27] - First quarter adjusted EBITDA decreased by approximately $2.4 million compared to the prior quarter, mainly due to higher lease operating expenses and G&A costs [24][26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Beta field development program has shown strong results, with the C54 well producing approximately 800 barrels of oil per day in its first 20 days [7][20] - Production at Beta has increased by approximately 35% since early 2024, with current average production rates at Beta around 5,500 gross or 4,140 net barrels of oil per day [7][12] - The company has deferred three development projects at Beta, resulting in capital savings of approximately $50 million [10][11] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The average daily production for Q1 2025 was approximately 17.9 MBOE per day, a decrease of 0.6 MBOE from the prior quarter, influenced by natural gas and GIL volumes affected by a gas imbalance adjustment [12][13] - The company expects total production to increase in subsequent quarters as the gas imbalance in East Texas was resolved [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company remains committed to the long-term potential of the Beta field and plans to prioritize adding back Beta wells as market conditions improve [10][11] - A comprehensive review of the remaining uncommitted 2025 capital budget has been conducted, focusing on maintaining strong free cash flow and a healthy balance sheet [10][11] - The company is exploring additional cost-saving opportunities and evaluating portfolio optimization to enhance shareholder value [33][39] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the long-term potential of the Beta development program, supported by strong cash flow profiles from recent wells [31][32] - The company is focused on managing its cost structure and capital allocation prudently in light of recent commodity price fluctuations [33] Other Important Information - The company has completed three Haynesville acreage transactions since November 2024, generating $9.2 million in total proceeds while retaining a 10% working interest in over 30 gross non-operated development opportunities [9][10] - The total capital investment for Q1 was $23.1 million, with approximately 55% allocated to Beta development [16][26] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the goal for bank debt by the end of the year? - The company aims to generate positive free cash flow and reduce debt, targeting a leverage ratio of half a turn to one turn [36] Question: What oil price is needed to resume development at Beta? - Management indicated that a better oil price, potentially in the $60 range, would facilitate the resumption of development at Beta [39] Question: Are there other portfolio optimization opportunities besides Haynesville? - The company is exploring all potential opportunities in its portfolio to create liquidity and redeploy funds into higher return projects at Beta [40]