Black Stone Minerals(BSM) - 2025 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported net income of $91.7 million for Q3 2025, with Adjusted EBITDA at $86.3 million [11] - Mineral and royalty production increased to 34.7 thousand BOE per day, a 5% increase over the prior quarter [11] - Distributable cash flow for the quarter was $76.8 million, representing 1.21 times coverage for the period [12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The increase in production was driven by strong volumes in the Permian Basin, with total production volumes reaching 36.3 thousand BOE per day [11] - The company declared a distribution of $0.30 per unit for the quarter, or $1.20 on an annualized basis [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is optimistic about the natural gas market, expecting increasing demand from LNG and power sectors over the next decade [12] - The outlook for natural gas is constructive, with significant assets located near LNG facilities [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is pursuing acquisitions in the Haynesville expansion and is working on development agreements covering 220,000 gross acres [4][5] - The partnership expects to drive over 50 wells drilled annually in the expanded Shelby Trough, providing significant gas growth [5] - The company is focused on long-term contract development in high-interest acreage and core legacy assets across the U.S. [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the existing acreage positions and commercial strategy, which are expected to deliver sustainable long-term value [13] - The company is monitoring activity levels and commodity price dynamics as it looks towards Q4 2025 and full year 2026 [11] Other Important Information - The company added $20 million in mineral and royalty acquisitions during the quarter, bringing total acquisitions since September 2023 to approximately $193 million [9] - The company is excited about the ongoing development in the Permian and expects additional liquids volumes in the next 12 to 18 months [9] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on KLX area discussions and interest following Expand's entry into Western Haynesville - The company is at the half-yard line in discussions and expects to finalize a deal soon, with robust interest in commitments following Expand's announcement [18][21] Question: Insights on the package being assembled - The company sees significant inventory potential in the Shelby Trough and is excited about the geological developments in the area [22][23] Question: Volume trends for Q4 and 2026 - The company is optimistic about Aethon volumes coming online and expects an interesting winter season for activity levels [28] Question: Natural gas differentials and hedging strategy - The company maintains a consistent hedging strategy and is focused on high-interest acreage to mitigate challenges at Waha [34][36]