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Freehold Royalties (FRU) Earnings: 4Q Basic EPS Surpasses Estimates with Strong Production Growth Outlook

  • Freehold Royalties reported a positive fourth quarter with Basic EPS at C$0.33, surpassing the estimate of C$0.21.
  • Average production was recorded at 15,306 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boe/d).
  • Total royalty and other revenue reached C$76.9 million, exceeding the forecasted C$74.7 million.
  • Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) production averaged 2,066 barrels per day, above the expected 1,929 barrels per day.
  • Cash flow from operations was C$59.1 million, higher than the projected C$58 million.
  • In 2025, production is expected to average between 15,800 and 17,000 boe/d, indicating approximately 10% growth compared to 2024.
  • The company’s liquids weighting is anticipated to rise to 66% in 2025, compared to 64% in 2024.
  • For 2025, production is expected to be comprised of approximately 66% oil and NGLs: 45% light and medium oil, 8% heavy oil, and 13% NGLs, alongside 34% natural gas.
  • The current investment recommendations include 8 buys, 5 holds, and 0 sells.

A look at Freehold Royalties Smart Scores

FactorScoreMagnitude
Value3
Dividend5
Growth4
Resilience2
Momentum3
OVERALL SMART SCORE3.4

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

Freehold Royalties Ltd., a company primarily focusing on oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, and potash production in western Canada and Ontario, exhibits a promising long-term outlook based on the Smartkarma Smart Scores. With a solid score of 5 in dividends and 4 in growth, the company demonstrates a strong commitment to rewarding shareholders while showing potential for expansion. Additionally, its value score of 3 indicates a reasonable valuation, making it an attractive prospect for investors looking for stability and income.

Although Freehold Royalties scored lower in resilience and momentum with scores of 2 and 3 respectively, the overall positive ratings on dividends and growth suggest a favorable trajectory for the company’s future performance. Investors seeking a balance of income generation and growth opportunities may find Freehold Royalties an appealing option for their long-term investment strategies in the energy sector.


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