Evolution Petroleum (NYSEAM:EPM) Conference Transcript

Summary of Evolution Petroleum Conference Call (October 21, 2025) Company Overview - Company Name: Evolution Petroleum (NYSEAM:EPM) - Business Model: Non-operating company focused on total shareholder returns through a dividend model, primarily in oil, gas, and natural gas liquids [1][2][3] Financial Performance - Enterprise Value: Approximately $200 million as of quarter end [1] - EBITDA: $30 million at the last fiscal year end [2] - Dividend Yield: A little over 10% [2] - Production Mix: 52% natural gas and 48% oil [10] Growth Strategy - Acquisition Strategy: Focused on accretive acquisitions that enhance cash flow and support the dividend model [14][15] - Types of Assets: Long-life, low-decline, low-risk producing wells, with some undeveloped potential for future growth [14][15] - Recent Acquisitions: - Chevreux Field in New Mexico with seven wells exceeding production expectations [8] - SCOOP/STACK in Oklahoma with small working interests and mineral acreage [9] - Purchase of assets at a 25% discount to commodity prices [9] Market Dynamics - Oil Prices: Currently at $57 per barrel, with historical context indicating potential for price increases based on demand [11][20] - Natural Gas Demand: Expected increase of 20 to 30 BCF per day by 2030 due to power generation and LNG exports [11][12] - Production Context: U.S. natural gas production at 102.8 BCF per day, indicating a significant increase in demand potential [11] Risk Management - Diversification: Geographically and by commodity mix to minimize risks associated with cash flows [10][15] - Debt Management: Maintained low leverage and financial flexibility, with a focus on minimizing equity dilution [16][21] Historical Context - COVID Impact: The company had to drop dividends during COVID but has since increased them above pre-COVID levels due to a diversified portfolio [18][19] Future Outlook - Market Position: Positioned for growth with a focus on high-quality, low-decline assets that can withstand price fluctuations [21] - Acquisition Pipeline: Evaluating 70-80 potential transactions annually to select the most accretive opportunities [22] Conclusion - Overall Strategy: Evolution Petroleum aims to deliver total shareholder returns through a robust acquisition strategy, maintaining a diversified portfolio, and managing risks effectively while focusing on sustainable cash flow and dividends [13][21]