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Birchcliff Energy (BIR) Earnings: 2025 Production Steady Amid Dividend Cut

By January 23, 2025 No Comments
  • Birchcliff maintains its 2025 production forecast of 76,000 to 79,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d), estimating an average production of 77,332 boe/d.
  • The company projects adjusted funds flow to be C$445 million for the year.
  • Expected free funds flow ranges between C$145 million to C$185 million.
  • Foresees finding and development capital expenditures between C$260 million to C$300 million.
  • Birchcliff has reduced its annual base dividend to C$0.12 per common share.
  • The dividend reduction aims to enhance investment in Birchcliff’s assets, boost production profitably, and strengthen the balance sheet for improved financial flexibility.
  • The updated five-year plan predicts Birchcliff’s production will reach approximately 87,500 boe/d by the second half of 2027.
  • Analyst recommendations include 4 buys, 6 holds, and 1 sell.

A look at Birchcliff Energy Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value5
Dividend5
Growth2
Resilience2
Momentum4
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.6

Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma

In assessing Birchcliff Energy‘s long-term outlook based on the Smartkarma Smart Scores, the company appears to have strong fundamentals. With top scores in both Value and Dividend, Birchcliff Energy is considered a sound investment option for those seeking value and income. However, the scores for Growth and Resilience are moderate, indicating potential areas for improvement. Despite this, Birchcliff Energy shows promising Momentum, suggesting a positive trend in the company’s performance.

Birchcliff Energy Ltd. is actively evaluating acquisition opportunities in the light oil and natural gas sectors, with a specific focus on assets in Western Canada. This strategic approach aligns with the company’s goal of exploration and development in the region. Overall, Birchcliff Energy‘s robust Value and Dividend scores position it well for long-term success, while areas like Growth and Resilience may require attention to further strengthen its position in the market.


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