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Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNQ), headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, is one of the largest independent producers of crude oil and natural gas in the world. Operating with a diversified portfolio, CNQ has significant exposure in regions such as North America, the North Sea, and Offshore Africa. The company's core activities encompass the exploration, development, production, and marketing of oil and gas. CNQ’s operations are segmented into three primary geographic areas: North America, the North Sea, and Offshore Africa.
Canadian Natural’s balanced mix of natural gas, light oil, heavy oil, in situ oil sands production, and oil sands mining presents ample opportunities for growth and innovation. The company is committed to health and safety, conducting all operations with a priority on minimizing harm to employees, contractors, the public, and the environment.
CNQ has made notable achievements, such as strong thermal production growth and robust synthetic crude oil production, capitalizing on improved Western Canadian Select (WCS) pricing. The company’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives include a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and substantial contracts awarded to Indigenous businesses. Financially, CNQ reported adjusted net earnings of approximately $2.3 billion in Q3 2023, evidencing strong profitability and shareholder returns through dividends and share repurchases.
The company’s strategic growth plan targets sustainable production increases, leveraging its long life low decline assets. CNQ’s participation in the Pathways Alliance, aimed at achieving net zero emissions by 2050, underscores its commitment to environmental stewardship.
For those interested in the latest updates and detailed financials, Canadian Natural Resources continues to emphasize transparency and investor satisfaction through regular reporting and strategic capital allocation.
Canadian Natural reports a disciplined capital budget of approximately $3.205 billion for 2021, targeting production growth of 5% to 1,190,000 BOE/d - 1,260,000 BOE/d. The company aims to achieve robust free cash flow of $2.0 billion - $2.5 billion after dividends at a WTI price of US$45. Their operations emphasize sustainability, with a 16% reduction in GHG emissions intensity since 2015. With a balanced asset portfolio and strong financials, Canadian Natural is positioned for success while focusing on environmental performance and value maximization for shareholders.
Canadian Natural Resources Limited has announced the pricing of medium-term notes totaling C$800 million, consisting of a three-year note with a 1.45% coupon and a seven-year note with a 2.50% coupon. The three-year note matures on November 16, 2023, and the seven-year note matures on January 17, 2028. Proceeds will primarily be used for refinancing existing debt and general corporate purposes, including capital expenditures and working capital. The offering is expected to close on November 16, 2020.
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