Senior Credit Analyst, Lucror Analytics

Leonard Law, CFA

Senior Credit Analyst

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Lucror Analytics

Lucror Analytics is a leading credit and ESG research specialist and a provider of technology solutions for differentiated fixed income strategies. Our roots are in bottom-up fundamental credit analysis with a specialization in high yield corporate credits from Europe, Asia and Latin America. We are one of few research specialists integrating ESG considerations with fundamental credit research through a dedicated ESG platform. Our ESG assessment covers five key criteria: Disclosure, E,S, & G Pillars, Controversies, ESG Impact on Credit and ESG Momentum.

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Credit

Medco Energi's FY 2023 numbers were acceptable in our view. The top line and margins softened, weighed down by reduced oil & gas (O&G) selling prices and slightly lower production volumes. FCF was negative and net debt increased, owing to the acquisition of a 20% stake in two O&G blocks at Oman in December. While leverage weakened, Net Debt/EBITDA remained acceptable at 2.5x at FYE 2023. We believe earnings may continue declining in FY 2024, as management has guided for production to decrease further (mainly driven by lower working interest at Corridor Block PSC). Still, we believe Medco can generate slightly positive FCF in FY 2024 if it does not undertake new acquisitions. Liquidity is sound, and we note positively that the company’s sizeable equity stake in copper and gold mining JV Amman Mineral Internasional (listed on IDX) would provide it with meaningful financial flexibility if needed. We revise our LARA to “Medium Risk” from “High Risk”, considering Medco’s longer reserve life and track record of proactive debt management.

  Medco Energi's FY 2023 numbers were acceptable in our view. The top line and margins softened, weighed down by reduced oil & gas (O&G) selling prices and slightly lower production volumes. FCF was negative and net debt increased, owing to the acquisition of a 20% stake in two O&G blocks at Oman in December. While leverage weakened, Net Debt/EBITDA remained acceptable at 2.5x at FYE 2023.   We believe earnings may continue declining in FY 2024, as management has guided for production to decrease further (mainly driven by lower working interest at Corridor Block PSC). Still, we believe Medco can generate slightly positive FCF in FY 2024 if it does not undertake new acquisitions. Liquidity is sound, and we note positively that the company’s sizeable equity stake in copper and gold mining JV Amman Mineral Internasional (listed on IDX) would provide it with meaningful financial flexibility if needed.   We revise our LARA to “Medium Risk” from “High Risk”, considering Medco’s longer reserve life and track record of proactive debt management. 

Medco Energi - Earnings Flash - FY 2023 Results - Lucror Analytics

Lucror Analytics' ESG Scores are based on a 3-tiered scale and are adjusted for Controversies (if applicable). We assess Medco Energi's ESG as "Adequate", in line with its scores for the Environmental, Social and Governance pillars. Controversies are "Immaterial" and Disclosure is "Adequate".

Lucror Analytics' ESG Scores are based on a 3-tiered scale and are adjusted for Controversies (if applicable).  We assess Medco Energi's ESG as "Adequate", in line with its scores for the Environmental, Social and Governance pillars. Controversies are "Immaterial" and Disclosure is "Adequate". 

Medco Energi - ESG Report - Lucror Analytics

External broker reports(aggregated public sources), BRI Danareksa Research

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External broker reports(aggregated public sources)

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Equity Bottom-Up

<ul><li>With the completion IPO of AMMN, we see this reveals the value that hidden in MEDC.</li><li>AMMN currently trades at IDR130 tn mkt cap and MEDC owned 21% which translates to IDR27 tn which was higher compared to MEDC current mkt cap.</li><li>We also believes that MEDC oil &amp; gas production will remain solid in 2023 with the support of Corridor block. Maintain Buy with higher TP of IDR1,300/sh.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

With the completion IPO of AMMN, we see this reveals the value that hidden in MEDC.AMMN currently trades at IDR130 tn mkt cap and MEDC owned 21% which translates to IDR27 tn which was higher compared to MEDC current mkt cap.We also believes that MEDC oil &amp; gas production will remain solid in 2023 with the support of Corridor block. Maintain Buy with higher TP of IDR1,300/sh.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Medco Energi Internasional (MEDC IJ) - It’s a bargain!

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Lucror Analytics Morning Views comprise our fundamental credit analysis, opinions and trade recommendations on high yield issuers in the region, based on key company-specific developments in the past 24 hours. Our Morning Views include a section with a brief market commentary, key market indicators and a macroeconomic and corporate event calendar.Medco EnergiYankuang Energy Group

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Indonesia

PT Medco Energi Internasional Tbk is an integrated energy company. The Company explores for and produces oil and gas both in Indonesia and internationally, operates gas-fired power plants in Panaran I, Batam Island, and develops renewable fuels such as Bio-fuel.

Medco Energi (MEDC IJ)

Medco Energi - Earnings Flash - FY 2023 Results - Lucror Analytics

Medco Energi's FY 2023 numbers were acceptable in our view. The top line and margins softened, weighed down by reduced oil & gas (O&G)...

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Medco Energi - ESG Report - Lucror Analytics

Lucror Analytics' ESG Scores are based on a 3-tiered scale and are adjusted for Controversies (if applicable). We assess Medco Energi's ESG as...

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Medco Energi - ESG Report - Lucror Analytics

Lucror Analytics' ESG Scores are based on a 3-tiered scale and are adjusted for Controversies (if applicable). We assess Medco Energi's ESG as...

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Medco Energi Internasional (MEDC IJ) - It’s a bargain!

AMMN currently trades at IDR130 tn mkt cap and MEDC owned 21% which translates to IDR27 tn which was higher compared to MEDC current mkt cap.

BRI Danareksa Research

Morning Views Asia: Medco Energi, Yankuang Energy Group

Lucror Analytics Morning Views comprise our fundamental credit analysis, opinions and trade recommendations on high yield issuers in the region,...

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