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Vaalco Energy Inc (EGY)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: EGY (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
3 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $10
1 Year Target Price $10
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -15.33% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 422.24M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.95 | 1Y Target Price 10 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.95 | 1Y Target Price 10 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 0.95 | 52 Weeks Range 2.89 - 6.06 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.89 - 6.06 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.22% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.37 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
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Profitability
Profit Margin 8.26% | Operating Margin (TTM) 18.15% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 8.38% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.71% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.95 | Forward PE 16.08 | Enterprise Value 503384177 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 |
Enterprise Value 503384177 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.1 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 1.94 | Shares Outstanding 104258000 | Shares Floating 101526687 |
Shares Outstanding 104258000 | Shares Floating 101526687 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.87 | Percent Institutions 62.03 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Vaalco Energy Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Vaalco Energy, Inc. was founded in 1985. It is an independent energy company focused on the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of crude oil and natural gas.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: Focuses on identifying and developing oil and gas reserves.
- Acquisition: Acquiring producing properties and undeveloped acreage.
Leadership and Structure
George Maxwell serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a board of directors overseeing strategic decisions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil Production: Vaalco's primary product is crude oil produced from its fields, primarily offshore West Africa (Gabon and Equatorial Guinea). Market share data is difficult to ascertain precisely but competes with larger companies such as TotalEnergies (TTE) and ExxonMobil (XOM) in the region. Revenue from Oil production is the main income generator.
- Natural Gas Production: While a secondary product, Vaalco also produces natural gas. Market share is smaller compared to crude oil. Competes with indigenous gas companies.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is highly cyclical and influenced by global supply and demand, geopolitical events, and regulatory changes. There is a growing focus on energy transition and reducing carbon emissions.
Positioning
Vaalco is a smaller independent player focused on niche opportunities, particularly in West Africa. Its competitive advantages include its expertise in the region and its cost-efficient operations.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oil and gas market is valued in the trillions of dollars. Vaalco's TAM is a portion of this, concentrated in West Africa. Vaalco aims to increase its share through strategic acquisitions and efficient production.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong presence in West Africa
- Cost-efficient operations
- Proven track record of increasing production
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Relatively small size compared to major oil companies
- Concentrated asset base in West Africa, increasing geopolitical risk
- Vulnerable to oil price fluctuations
Opportunities
- Acquisition of additional producing properties
- Exploration of new reserves in West Africa
- Expansion into new geographic regions
- Diversification into renewable energy sources
Threats
- Decline in oil prices
- Increased competition from larger oil companies
- Political instability in West Africa
- Stricter environmental regulations
- Shift towards renewable energy and reduced oil demand
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TTE
- XOM
- HES
- OXY
Competitive Landscape
Vaalco faces stiff competition from larger, better-capitalized companies. Vaalco's competitive advantage lies in its specialized expertise and cost structure in the West Africa region.
Major Acquisitions
Spoonbill
- Year: 2024
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 47
- Strategic Rationale: Acquiring additional working interest will provide Vaalco Energy with higher production levels and cash flows from its existing Etame Marin Permit in Gabon.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical Growth data is not included. This is the request of the example.
Future Projections: Future Projections data is not included. This is the request of the example.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives data is not included. This is the request of the example.
Summary
Vaalco Energy is a relatively small player in the oil and gas industry, focusing on opportunities in West Africa. The company benefits from its expertise in the region and cost-efficient operations. However, it faces challenges from larger competitors, oil price volatility, and geopolitical risks. Vaalco should focus on strategic acquisitions and diversification to enhance its long-term growth prospects. They also must look into the changing face of energy and find ways to convert to green energy.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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Disclaimers:
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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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