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Gulfport Energy Corporation

GPOR

Energy & Utilities

1w

Strategic Acreage Acquisition and Inventory Expansion in Utica Shale

Gulfport announced plans to allocate up to $100 million for discretionary acreage acquisitions in the Utica Shale, marking the highest leasehold spend in over 6 years.
The company aims to secure 40 to 50 new wells in Belmont and Monroe counties, focusing on low breakeven, high-quality acreage.
These acquisitions are expected to add more than 2 years of core drilling inventory, reinforcing long-term growth prospects.
The targeted areas are adjacent to current operations, allowing for synergies and infrastructure advantages.
The company has already invested $7 million in Q2 2025 and plans to continue aggressive land acquisition efforts into early 2026.
This strategic focus on high-return wet and dry gas windows demonstrates a proactive approach to resource development.

Civitas Resources, Inc.

CIVI

Energy & Utilities

1w

Financial Performance Summary

Cash operating expenses per unit were more than 10% lower, and capital investments were at the low end of plan due to lower well costs and improved drilling and completion cycle times.
Civitas issued $750 million in new senior notes to enhance liquidity and extend debt maturities, maintaining around $2 billion in financial liquidity.
Civitas Resources reported strong Q2 2025 results with adjusted EBITDA near $750 million and adjusted free cash flow over $120 million.
Oil volumes grew 6% quarter-over-quarter, driven primarily by the Midland Basin.
The company significantly exceeded its full-year target for noncore asset sales, divesting $435 million in DJ Basin assets at a 4x multiple on 2026 cash flow.

Murphy Oil Corporation

MUR

Energy & Utilities

1w

Murphy's Global Exploration Program and Resource Potential

Murphy is testing over 500 million barrels of oil equivalent to more than 1 billion barrels in mean resource potential across 3 continents, marking a significant exploration effort.
The company plans to spud wells in the Gulf of America, Vietnam, and West Africa, with results expected in the coming months, indicating a strategic focus on high-impact exploration.
Murphy's exploration activities include testing prospects with substantial upside, which could be key catalysts for future growth.
The company is exploring opportunities in deepwater regions, leveraging high-performing rigs and competitive costs, especially in Côte d'Ivoire.
Management emphasized the importance of these exploration prospects as potential game-changers, with the ability to significantly alter resource estimates and company valuation.

Magnolia Oil & Gas Corporation

MGY

Energy & Utilities

2w

Strategic Expansion and Acreage Growth in Giddings Field

Magnolia increased its development acreage in Giddings by 20%, now totaling 240,000 net acres, with 30,000 acres from organic appraisal and 10,000 acres from bolt-on acquisitions.
Recent bolt-on deals added approximately 18,000 net acres, including 500 BOE/day of production, contiguous to existing assets, enhancing operational flexibility and prospects.
Management emphasized the importance of high-quality, high-return assets and the company's proven 'appraise, acquire, grow, and exploit' strategy in expanding its footprint.

Par Pacific Holdings, Inc.

PARR

Energy & Utilities

1w

Strategic Renewable Fuels Partnership with Mitsubishi and ENEOS

Partnership involves $100 million investment for a 36.5% equity stake in joint venture.
Partnership aims to enhance renewable fuels capabilities, leveraging partners' expertise in global feedstock procurement.
Expected start-up of pretreatment unit in second half of 2025, with initial EBITDA contributions anticipated in Q1 2026.
Project benefits include operational expense advantages, local product sales focus, and capital efficiency.
Partnership expands distribution reach into California and broader West Coast markets, strengthening long-term growth prospects.

Permian Resources Corporation

PR

Energy & Utilities

1w

Financial Performance Summary

Adjusted operating cash flow was $817 million and adjusted free cash flow was $312 million with $505 million cash CapEx.
Leverage maintained at approximately 1x with liquidity around $3 billion.
Q2 production exceeded expectations with 176.5k barrels of oil per day including 900 barrels from the Apache acquisition, totaling 385,000 BOE per day.
Repurchased $43 million of shares at an average price of $10.52 per share during Q2.

Unitil Corporation

UTL

Energy & Utilities

2w

Progress and Potential Settlement in Maine Natural Gas Acquisition Review

The regulatory review of Maine Natural Gas is on schedule with a decision deadline of November 5.
The Office of the Public Advocate did not object to the acquisition, which is a positive sign.
Technical conferences are planned for August and September, with a possibility of reaching a settlement that could lead to an earlier decision.

Riley Exploration Permian, Inc.

REPX

Energy & Utilities

1w

Financial Performance Summary

Adjusted EBITDAX margin was 66%, down from 71% a year ago, reflecting resiliency despite lower prices.
Barrels of oil equivalent production increased 1% quarter-over-quarter and 14% year-over-year to 2.22 million barrels.
Cash flow from operations in Q2 2025 was $33.6 million, down quarter-over-quarter due to lower oil prices and working capital changes.
Debt increased to $284 million at quarter end, primarily due to Silverback acquisition funding, with total debt at $401 million as of August 1.
Net production declined slightly from 1.41 million to 1.38 million barrels of oil quarter-over-quarter but increased 3% year-over-year.
Operating expenses (LOE and cash G&A per BOE) decreased by 5% to 7% compared to prior periods.
Realized oil prices before hedges fell 11% quarter-over-quarter and 22% year-over-year; prices after hedges fell 7% quarter-over-quarter and 14% year-over-year, showing effective risk management.

Texas Pacific Land Corporation

TPL

Energy & Utilities

1w

Financial Performance Summary

Consolidated total revenue for Q2 2025 was $188 million, with adjusted EBITDA of $166 million and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 89%.
Free cash flow increased 12% year-over-year to $130 million.
Oil and gas royalty production reached a company record of 33,200 barrels of oil equivalent per day, a 33% increase year-over-year.
Produced water royalty revenues and easements and other surface-related income (SLEM) both set company records this quarter.
Water sales declined by $13 million sequentially due to lower oil prices and reduced operator activity.

OKE

Energy & Utilities

2w

Final Investment Decision on Permian Delaware Basin Natural Gas Processing Plant

Announced a $365 million FID for a new 300 MMCF/day plant in the Permian's Delaware Basin, supporting strategic growth in a key area.
Project supports increasing processing capacity to 1.1 BCF/day in the basin, with over 700 MMCF/day currently operational.
Expected completion in mid-2027, with additional low-cost expansions and new capacity driven by acreage dedication and producer activity.