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Vaalco Energy Inc(EGY)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EGY
09/25/2026: EGY (5-star) is a REGULAR-BUY. BUY for 30 days. Simulated Profits (1.75%). Updated daily EoD!
Vaalco Energy is an independent oil and gas explorer that has built a stable production base primarily through its operations in West Africa. The company's main strengths lie in its operational track record in mature fields and a diversified portfolio bolstered by recent strategic acquisitions in Egypt and Canada. Its primary growth story revolves around optimizing these assets and utilizing cash flow for development and shareholder returns. Risks include heavy exposure to oil price volatility and potential geopolitical uncertainties in its operating regions. It may suit value and dividend-focused investors who can tolerate sector-specific cyclicality and should monitor development project progress and oil price trends.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is largely tied to commodity cycles and successful project execution rather than scalable rapid expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock can exhibit strong momentum during periods of rising oil prices. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The company often trades at modest multiples relative to its cash flow generation and asset base. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Vaalco provides consistent dividend payments, making it suitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The inherent volatility of oil prices and geographic risk make it less suitable for low-risk strategies. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | Revenue and profitability are directly tethered to fluctuating global crude oil market prices. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuations are often at the mercy of sector sentiment and commodity market cycles. |
| Competition risk (Geopolitical/Regional) | Medium / high | Operating in emerging markets involves risks related to political stability and regulatory shifts. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business relies on finite resource extraction which requires constant capital reinvestment. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends are dependent on commodity price stability and operational cash flow. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successful development of oil fields requires significant technical expertise and operational precision. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 24.69% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 612.22M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.88 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 9.88 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.4M shares | Beta 0.12 | 52 Weeks Range 3.25 - 6.59 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 3.25 - 6.59 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.21% | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.04 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| West Africa Operations | Oil production from assets like the Etame Marin block and other regional interests. | Most revenue comes from selling oil produced in Gabon and surrounding areas. |
| Egypt and North Africa | Production from onshore fields acquired through corporate mergers. | This region provides geographic diversity and additional production volume. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 8.34 | Enterprise Value 845.71M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.75 |
Enterprise Value 845.71M | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.75 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.01 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 50.48 | Shares Outstanding 105.19M | Shares Floating 101.78M |
Shares Outstanding 105.19M | Shares Floating 101.78M | ||
Percent Insiders 3.25 | Percent Institutions 72.63 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Vaalco Energy Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters 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 281 | Website https://www.vaalco.com |
Full time employees 281 | 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, Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria, 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 Northwest Gharib merged concessions covering an area of approximately 45,067 acres, as well as Western Desert, which contains the South Ghazalat concession covering an 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 in Harmattan, within the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin, approximately 80 kilometers 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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