KENON HOLDINGS LTD. - KEN STOCK NEWS

Kenon Holdings Ltd. (KEN) has received approval from the High Court of Singapore for a capital reduction distribution amounting to approximately $552 million, or $10.25 per share. Shareholders had previously approved this at the 2022 Annual General Meeting. The Payment Date for the distribution is set for July 5, 2022, with a Record Date of June 27, 2022. The NYSE ex-dividend date is June 24, 2022, and the TASE ex-dividend date is June 27, 2022. Shareholders should consult tax advisors regarding potential tax implications.

Kenon Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: KEN) reported its Q1 2022 results, highlighting a planned capital reduction of approximately $552 million ($10.25 per share) for July 2022, pending High Court approval. ZIM, in which Kenon holds a 21% interest, reported a significant Q1 net profit of $1.7 billion, up from $0.6 billion YoY, with revenue reaching $3.7 billion. OPC, Kenon's primary operating company, achieved a Q1 net profit of $33 million, bolstered by increased energy sales. As of March 31, 2022, Kenon's cash position stood at $503 million, projected to rise to $978 million post-ZIM dividend.

Kenon Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: KEN) has announced its 2021 financial results, highlighting a capital reduction plan to distribute approximately $550 million to shareholders. Following the sale of 6 million shares in ZIM Integrated Shipping, Kenon retains a 20.7% stake in ZIM, which reported a remarkable net profit of $4.6 billion for 2021. Meanwhile, OPC, another subsidiary, saw its revenues rise to $488 million but reported a net loss of $94 million. Kenon's cash balance is expected to reach $982 million after receiving the ZIM dividend in April 2022.

Kenon Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: KEN) reported a Q3 2021 profit of $170 million, primarily impacted by ZIM's strong performance, which recorded a net profit of $1.46 billion. The board approved a cash dividend of $3.50 per share, totaling around $189 million, payable in January 2022. OPC’s revenues increased to $133 million but faced a net loss of $33 million due to significant project financing expenses. Kenon's liquidity stood at $238 million as of September 30, 2021. Notably, the company has written down its Qoros investment to zero amidst ongoing financial difficulties with its majority shareholder.

On October 5, 2021, Kenon Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: KEN) announced that its subsidiary, OPC Energy Ltd., successfully completed its public offering of 13,174,419 ordinary shares. As of the October 4 exercise deadline, 13,141,040 shares were purchased, equating to approximately 99.7% of the total offering. The offering raised about NIS 328.5 million (US$101.8 million). Kenon exercised rights for 8,149,263 shares, investing approximately NIS 205.7 million (US$63.7 million), increasing its ownership in OPC to about 58.8%. This marks a slight increase from its prior holding of 58.4%.

Kenon Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: KEN) reported Q2 2021 results, highlighting ZIM's net profit surge to $888 million from $25 million a year prior and a 200% increase in revenues to $2.4 billion. Conversely, OPC faced a net loss of approximately $34 million compared to a $5 million loss in Q2 2020, despite revenue growth of $29 million to $105 million. The report noted increased finance expenses and losses from associated companies. Additionally, Kenon is in the process of selling its remaining 12% stake in Qoros for approximately $241 million, which is subject to revised payment terms.

Kenon Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: KEN) reported strong Q1 2021 results, driven by ZIM's remarkable turnaround and OPC's revenue growth. ZIM achieved a net profit of $590 million, up from a loss of $12 million in Q1 2020, with EBITDA at $817 million. A special dividend of $2.00 per share, totaling $238 million, is set for September 2021, with $64 million for Kenon. OPC's revenues rose to $115 million, with a break-even net profit. Its acquisition of Competitive Power Ventures boosts growth, while a new solar project is expected to start operations by mid-2022. Kenon maintains strong liquidity with $120 million in cash.

Kenon Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: KEN) reported a net profit of $496 million for 2020, recovering from a $22 million loss in 2019. In April 2021, the board announced an interim cash dividend of $1.86 per share, totaling approximately $100 million. Kenon’s subsidiary OPC Energy reported revenues of $386 million but posted a net loss of $13 million due to acquisition costs. ZIM Integrated Shipping achieved a net profit of $524 million with revenues rising to $4 billion. Kenon plans to sell its remaining 12% stake in Qoros for $238 million, subject to conditions.

On October 12, 2020, Kenon Holdings' subsidiary OPC Energy executed an agreement to acquire Competitive Power Ventures (CPV) for $630 million in cash. The deal, subject to regulatory approvals, includes additional payments of $54 million to $95 million related to CPV's equity in the Three Rivers project. OPC holds a 70% stake in a partnership for the acquisition, with total investment obligations amounting to $815 million. The acquisition aims to strengthen OPC's foothold in renewable and conventional energy in the U.S.