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Targa Resources Corp.

TRGP

Energy & Utilities

1w

Permian Volume Growth and Infrastructure Expansion

Targa reported record Permian volumes averaging 6.3 billion cubic feet per day in Q2, up 11% year-over-year, driven by new processing plants and infrastructure.
The company added a processing plant worth of gas in Q2 and another in July, with continued strength into August, indicating sustained volume growth.
Major infrastructure projects include the Pembrook 2 plant in Midland, expected to start in Q4 2025, and Bull Run 2 in Delaware, ahead of schedule, with operations beginning in Q4 2025.
An extension of the Bull Run pipeline in the Delaware Basin will add 43 miles of 42-inch pipeline, enhancing gas takeaway and connectivity, scheduled for service in Q1 2027.

Targa Resources Corp.

TRGP

Energy & Utilities

1w

Financial Performance Summary

Adjusted EBITDA was flat sequentially due to lower marketing margins, weaker commodity prices, and a planned turnaround at the Mont Belvieu fractionation complex.
Completed a $1.5 billion debt offering and retired $705 million of higher-cost notes, improving debt maturity profile.
Full-year 2025 adjusted EBITDA guidance remains $4.65 billion to $4.85 billion.
Liquidity stood at $3.5 billion with a pro forma leverage ratio of 3.6x, within the target range of 3x to 4x.
Targa Resources reported adjusted EBITDA of $1.163 billion for Q2 2025, an 18% increase year-over-year, driven by higher Permian volumes and full ownership of Badlands assets.

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.

APA Corporation

APA

Energy & Utilities

1w

Market and Infrastructure Constraints on Gas Development Capacity

APA's gas processing capacity is around 800 million cubic feet per day, with current production at 500 million cubic feet.
Field infrastructure, gathering, and transport limitations are the primary constraints on expanding gas development.
Additional trunk lines, compression, and infrastructure upgrades are planned to support exploration success and production growth.
Third-party facilities and capacity sharing are being explored to mitigate capital expenditure and infrastructure bottlenecks.
Operational focus is on managing pressure regimes and expanding low- and high-pressure systems to support long-term gas growth.

Clearway Energy, Inc.

CWEN

Energy & Utilities

1w

Accelerated Wind Repowering Schedule and Pipeline Expansion

Projects identified for repowering are progressing on schedule, with some projects potentially moving into service before 2028.
The repowering projects include Mount Storm, Goat Mountain, San Juan Mesa, and Tuolumne, with specific phases and expected CODs in 2026 and 2027.
The pipeline of repowerable wind projects has grown, with additional opportunities emerging later in the decade, reflecting strong customer demand and technical readiness.

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.

Exxon Mobil Corporation

XOM

Energy & Utilities

2w

Financial Performance Summary

2025 project start-ups are expected to drive more than $3 billion of earnings in 2026 at constant prices and margin.
Chemical earnings showed resilience despite lower sequential margins, supported by feed flexibility, high-value products, and cost control.
ExxonMobil achieved the highest second quarter production since the Exxon and Mobil merger over 25 years ago.
Operating expenses excluding energy costs and production taxes remain lower than 2019 levels despite inflation and growth.
Permian Basin production reached a record 1.6 million oil equivalent barrels per day during the quarter.
The company has realized $1.4 billion in structural cost savings year-to-date, targeting $18 billion by 2030 off a 2019 basis.

Northwest Natural Holding Company

NWN

Energy & Utilities

2w

Rapid Customer Growth in Texas Gas Utilities Driven by SiEnergy and Pines Acquisition

SiEnergy posted a customer backlog exceeding 217,000 future meters, including 12,000 meters from the Pines acquisition.
Combined SiEnergy and Pines served approximately 83,000 customers as of June 30, 2025.
The backlog growth and acquisition integration are progressing smoothly, with high growth potential making SiEnergy a significant future revenue contributor.

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.