Canadian Natural Resources - CNQ STOCK NEWS

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.

Canadian Natural reported strong Q3 2020 results, achieving net earnings of $408 million, a significant increase from a loss in Q2. The company maintained production volumes, particularly liquids production, which rose to 494,952 bbl/d. Canadian Natural's operating cost savings target is $745 million for 2020, and it generated $1.74 billion in adjusted funds flow. The acquisition of Painted Pony Energy complements its asset base, boosting natural gas production forecasts to over 1.6 Bcf/d in Q4. Financial resilience is highlighted by a $1.1 billion reduction in net debt and a robust liquidity position of $4.2 billion.

Canadian Natural Resources Limited has declared a quarterly cash dividend of C$0.425 per common share, payable on January 5, 2021, to shareholders on record as of December 9, 2020. This announcement reinforces the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders while maintaining its operations in Western Canada, the North Sea, and Offshore Africa. Investors should note the ongoing developments within the company as it navigates potential risks and uncertainties in the market.

Canadian Natural Resources Limited announced a significant gas condensate discovery at the Luiperd prospect in South Africa's Outeniqua Basin, approximately 175 kilometers off the southern coast. This follows the Brulpadda discovery in 2019. The Luiperd well was drilled to about 3,400 meters, encountering 73 meters of net gas condensate pay in high-quality Lower Cretaceous reservoirs. Canadian Natural expects costs for this well to be fully covered under Farm Out Agreements.

Canadian Natural Resources Limited has successfully completed its acquisition of all common shares of Painted Pony Energy Ltd. This strategic acquisition enhances Canadian Natural's natural gas portfolio in Northeast British Columbia and Calgary, leveraging synergies through a substantial amount of pre-built infrastructure and transportation capabilities. The integration of Painted Pony's assets is expected to strengthen Canadian Natural’s operational capabilities and support future growth in the natural gas sector.

Canadian Natural Resources Limited has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Painted Pony Energy Ltd. for $0.69 per share, totaling approximately $350 million in debt. The acquisition, representing about 1% of Canadian Natural’s enterprise value, will enhance its natural gas assets and production base. The current production from Painted Pony includes 270 million cubic feet per day of natural gas and 4,600 barrels per day of NGLs. The deal is expected to close in late Q3 or early Q4 of 2020.