Coelacanth Announces Q4 2023 Financial and Operating Results
- Positive: Successful drilling activities and completion of wells at Two Rivers East and Two Rivers West resulted in combined test production of 4,015 boe/d and 1,284 boe/d, respectively.
- Positive: Closed a bought-deal public financing in Q4 2023, raising gross proceeds of $80.0 million, and a non-brokered private placement for aggregate proceeds of $1.5 million.
- Positive: Ended 2023 with adjusted working capital of $67.6 million, showcasing financial stability and liquidity for future operations.
- Negative: Cash flow used in operating activities decreased by 36% in Q4 2023 compared to the previous year, indicating a potential decrease in operational efficiency.
- Negative: Net loss increased by 3% in Q4 2023 compared to the previous year, signaling financial challenges that need to be addressed.
- Negative: Operating expenses for oil and NGLs increased by 32% in Q4 2023, potentially impacting overall profitability and margins.
- Revenue from oil and natural gas sales decreased by 15% in 2023 compared to the previous year, reflecting a decline in overall sales performance.
- Adjusted funds flow used increased by 5% in 2023 compared to the previous year, indicating potential financial constraints or inefficiencies.
- Capital expenditures surged by 437% in 2023 compared to the previous year, raising concerns about increased spending without proportional revenue growth.
Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - April 18, 2024) - COELACANTH ENERGY INC. (TSXV: CEI) ("Coelacanth" or the "Company") is pleased to announce its financial and operating results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2023. All dollar figures are Canadian dollars unless otherwise noted.
2023 HIGHLIGHTS
- Drilled five wells on its 5-19 pad at Two Rivers East. Four wells (three Lower Montney and one Basal Montney) were completed in Q4 2023. Combined test production from the three Lower Montney wells was 4,015 boe/d (
54% light oil). (2)
- Completed two Upper Montney wells on its 10-08 pad at Two Rivers West and commenced production in Q4 2023. C10-08 was recently re-tested after four months of production at an unrestricted rate of 1,284 boe/d (
35% light oil and NGLs). (2)
- Closed a bought-deal public financing in Q4 2023 raising gross proceeds of
$80.0 million .
- Exited 2023 with adjusted working capital (2) of
$67.6 million .
Financial and operational results below present the carved-out historic financial position, results of operations and cash flows of Leucrotta's Two Rivers Assets for all prior periods up to and including May 31, 2022 and the results of operations from May 31, 2022 forward include the results of Coelacanth after assuming the Two Rivers Assets upon close of the Arrangement.
FINANCIAL RESULTS | Three Months Ended | Year Ended | ||||||||||||||||
December 31 | December 31 | |||||||||||||||||
( | 2023 | 2022 | % Change | 2023 | 2022 | % Change | ||||||||||||
Oil and natural gas sales | 4,204 | 1,676 | 151 | 6,663 | 7,833 | (15 | ) | |||||||||||
Cash flow used in operating activities | (404 | ) | (636 | ) | (36 | ) | (4,234 | ) | (9,741 | ) | (57 | ) | ||||||
Per share - basic and diluted (1) | (-) | (-) | - | (0.01 | ) | (0.03 | ) | (67 | ) | |||||||||
Adjusted funds flow (used) (1) | 1,750 | (60 | ) | (3,017 | ) | (333 | ) | (350 | ) | (5 | ) | |||||||
Per share - basic and diluted | - | (-) | - | (-) | (-) | - | ||||||||||||
Net loss | (750 | ) | (725 | ) | 3 | (6,573 | ) | (11,163 | ) | (41 | ) | |||||||
Per share - basic and diluted | (-) | (-) | - | (0.01 | ) | (0.03 | ) | (67 | ) | |||||||||
Capital expenditures (1) | 34,656 | 8,876 | 290 | 74,613 | 13,904 | 437 | ||||||||||||
Adjusted working capital (1) | 67,589 | 67,738 | (-) | |||||||||||||||
Common shares outstanding (000s) | ||||||||||||||||||
Weighted average - basic and diluted | 478,731 | 425,106 | 13 | 439,055 | 363,743 | 21 | ||||||||||||
End of period - basic | 528,650 | 425,106 | 24 | |||||||||||||||
End of period - fully diluted | 609,989 | 461,955 | 32 |
(1) See "Non-GAAP and Other Financial Measures" section.
(2) See "Test Results and Initial Production Rates" section.
Three Months Ended | Year Ended | |||||||||||||||||
OPERATING RESULTS (1) | December 31 | December 31 | ||||||||||||||||
2023 | 2022 | % Change | 2023 | 2022 | % Change | |||||||||||||
Daily production (2) | ||||||||||||||||||
Oil and condensate (bbls/d) | 419 | 55 | 662 | 139 | 62 | 124 | ||||||||||||
Other NGLs (bbls/d) | 28 | 15 | 87 | 16 | 18 | (11 | ) | |||||||||||
Oil and NGLs (bbls/d) | 447 | 70 | 539 | 155 | 80 | 94 | | |||||||||||
Natural gas (mcf/d) | 2,858 | 1,468 | 95 | 1,624 | 1,614 | 1 | ||||||||||||
Oil equivalent (boe/d) | 923 | 315 | 193 | 426 | 349 | 22 | | |||||||||||
Oil and natural gas sales | ||||||||||||||||||
Oil and condensate ($/bbl) | 87.38 | 103.34 | (15 | ) | 88.94 | 116.29 | (24 | ) | ||||||||||
Other NGLs ($/bbl) | 32.32 | 45.14 | (28 | ) | 33.22 | 49.98 | (34 | ) | ||||||||||
Oil and NGLs ($/bbl) | 83.88 | 91.33 | (8 | ) | 83.28 | 101.64 | (18 | ) | ||||||||||
Natural gas ($/mcf) | 2.86 | 8.03 | (64 | ) | 3.26 | 8.26 | (61 | ) | ||||||||||
Oil equivalent ($/boe) | 49.47 | 57.83 | (14 | ) | 42.82 | 61.48 | (30 | ) | ||||||||||
Royalties | ||||||||||||||||||
Oil and NGLs ($/bbl) | 19.38 | 24.88 | (22 | ) | 20.24 | 31.22 | (35 | ) | ||||||||||
Natural gas ($/mcf) | 0.26 | 2.08 | (88 | ) | 0.57 | 2.24 | (75 | ) | ||||||||||
Oil equivalent ($/boe) | 10.20 | 15.25 | (33 | ) | 9.57 | 17.50 | (45 | ) | ||||||||||
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FAQ
What were the financial and operating highlights for Coelacanth in Q4 2023?
Coelacanth Energy Inc. reported positive test production results and closed a bought-deal public financing, ending 2023 with adjusted working capital of $67.6 million.
What was the outcome of the common-control transaction involving Coelacanth, Leucrotta Exploration Inc., and Vermilion Energy Inc.?
The common-control transaction closed in May 2022, transferring assets to Coelacanth and demonstrating growth and progress in the company's strategic initiatives.
How did Coelacanth's financial performance change in Q4 2023 compared to the previous year?
Coelacanth's cash flow used in operating activities decreased by 36% in Q4 2023, while the net loss increased by 3% during the same period.
What negative aspects were highlighted in the financial results for Coelacanth in 2023?
Revenue from oil and natural gas sales decreased by 15% in 2023, adjusted funds flow used increased by 5%, and capital expenditures surged by 437% compared to the previous year.
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