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Vaalco Energy Inc (EGY)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
03/27/2025: EGY (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
AI Based Fundamental Rating
Below Average Performance
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -48.18% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 03/27/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 395.26M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 6.8 | 1Y Target Price 8.56 |
Price to earnings Ratio 6.8 | 1Y Target Price 8.56 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1002364 | Beta 1.16 | 52 Weeks Range 3.57 - 7.16 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.57 - 7.16 | Updated Date 03/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.56% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.56 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-03-11 | When After Market | Estimate 0.04 | Actual 0.07 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 12.21% | Operating Margin (TTM) 31.34% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.54% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.93% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 6.8 | Forward PE 19.05 | Enterprise Value 410786451 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83 |
Enterprise Value 410786451 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.86 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 1.43 | Shares Outstanding 103743000 | Shares Floating 102251336 |
Shares Outstanding 103743000 | Shares Floating 102251336 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.1 | Percent Institutions 62.81 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.67 | Target Price 9.17 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 2 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 2 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Vaalco Energy Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Vaalco Energy Inc. was founded in 1985. Initially focused on onshore U.S. oil and gas, it shifted its strategy to offshore West Africa, specifically Gabon, in the mid-1990s. It has grown through exploration, development, and acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: Focuses on exploring, developing, and producing crude oil and natural gas. The company's primary assets are located offshore Gabon, Equatorial Guinea and Canada.
Leadership and Structure
George Maxwell is the Chief Executive Officer. Vaalco has a board of directors overseeing the company's strategic direction. The structure is typical of an independent oil and gas company.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Vaalco's primary product is crude oil produced from its offshore fields. Market share data is variable, dependent on global oil production and prices. Competitors include other independent oil and gas producers in West Africa, such as BW Energy, Trident Energy, and Kosmos Energy. Revenue from crude oil is Vaalcou2019s primary income source.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is characterized by price volatility, geopolitical risks, and technological advancements. Demand is influenced by global economic growth and energy policies.
Positioning
Vaalco is an independent oil and gas company focused on West Africa. Its competitive advantages include proven reserves and experience in the region, however, its focus is geographically small.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is the global oil market, valued in the trillions of dollars. Vaalco is positioned as a niche player in this market, targeting specific regions and projects, with a very small portion of TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Proven reserves in West Africa
- Experienced management team
- Strong production capabilities
- Low production costs
Weaknesses
- Geographic concentration (West Africa)
- Sensitivity to oil price fluctuations
- Limited access to capital compared to major oil companies
- Small market cap relative to competitors
Opportunities
- Further exploration and development in West Africa
- Acquisitions of additional producing assets
- Partnerships with larger oil companies
- Increased oil and gas demand from emerging markets
Threats
- Political instability in West Africa
- Environmental regulations
- Oil price volatility
- Competition from larger oil companies
- Geopolitical tensions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BWEN.OL
- KOS
Competitive Landscape
Vaalco competes with other independent oil and gas companies in West Africa. Its advantages include existing production and expertise. Disadvantages include smaller size and limited geographic diversification.
Major Acquisitions
Svenska Petroleum Exploration (SPE)
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 665
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Vaalcou2019s footprint into offshore Equatorial Guinea and offshore Cote du2019Ivoire adding significant reserves and production.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by increased production and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on successful exploration, development, and acquisitions, as well as oil prices.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include exploration in existing fields and acquisitions of new assets.
Summary
Vaalco Energy is an independent oil and gas company focused on West Africa, benefiting from proven reserves and regional expertise. It faces risks related to oil price volatility and political instability. Recent acquisitions have expanded its production capabilities. Its success hinges on continued operational efficiency and strategic growth initiatives, while being mindful of larger companies in the area and environmental risk.
Similar Companies
- BWEN.OL
- KOS
- MUR
- CPE
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Vaalco Energy Inc. Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share information is estimated and may not be precise.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Vaalco Energy Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1993-01-29 | CEO & Director Mr. George Walter-Mitchell Maxwell | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas E&P | Full time employees 230 | Website https://www.vaalco.com |
Full time employees 230 | Website https://www.vaalco.com | ||
VAALCO Energy, Inc., an independent energy company, engages in the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids in Gabon, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Cote d'Ivoire, and Canada. It holds 58.8% interest in the Etame production sharing contract related to the Etame Marin block covering an area of approximately 46,200 gross acres located offshore in the Republic of Gabon in West Africa. The company also holds 100% interest in the Eastern Desert, which contains West Gharib, West Bakr, and North West Gharib merged concessions covering as area of approximately 45,067 acres, as well as Western Desert, which contains the South Ghazalat concession covering as area of approximately 7,340 acres located in Egypt. In addition, it holds 27.4% non-operated working interest in CI-40 in the deepwater producing Baobab field in Block CI-40, offshore Cote d'Ivoire in West Africa. Further, the company owns production and working interests in Cardium light oil and Mannville liquids-rich gas assets covering as area of 49,100 gross acres of developed land and 28,900 gross acres of undeveloped land located near the north of Calgary, Alberta; and a 60% working interest in an undeveloped portion of block P offshore Equatorial Guinea. VAALCO Energy, Inc. was incorporated in 1985 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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