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Vaalco Energy Inc (EGY)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/02/2025: 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 $8.17
1 Year Target Price $8.17
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -20.16% | Avg. Invested days 20 | 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 07/02/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 407.71M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 6.93 | 1Y Target Price 8.17 |
Price to earnings Ratio 6.93 | 1Y Target Price 8.17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 0.8 | 52 Weeks Range 2.94 - 7.02 | Updated Date 07/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 2.94 - 7.02 | Updated Date 07/2/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.93% | 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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 11.97% | Operating Margin (TTM) 23.67% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.4% | Return on Equity (TTM) 11.99% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 6.93 | Forward PE 37.04 | Enterprise Value 445292153 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83 |
Enterprise Value 445292153 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.83 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.91 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 1.56 | Shares Outstanding 105079000 | Shares Floating 101086529 |
Shares Outstanding 105079000 | Shares Floating 101086529 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.88 | Percent Institutions 63.92 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 1 | Target Price 8.17 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy 2 |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy 2 | ||
Hold - | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
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Upturn AI SWOT
Vaalco Energy Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Vaalco Energy Inc. was founded in 1985. Initially focused on onshore US oil and gas, it shifted its focus to offshore West Africa, particularly Gabon. They've grown through exploration, development, and acquisitions, navigating volatile commodity prices.
Core Business Areas
- Exploration and Production: Vaalco's primary business is exploring, developing, and producing crude oil and natural gas, primarily offshore Gabon. They focus on optimizing existing fields and exploring new prospects within their acreage.
- Acquisition: Company continues to look for good acquisition opportunities to grow their business.
Leadership and Structure
George Maxwell serves as Chief Executive Officer. The company has a board of directors overseeing its operations. The structure includes departments for exploration, production, finance, legal, and investor relations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil: Vaalco's main product is crude oil produced from its offshore Gabon fields. Market share data is difficult to ascertain as Vaalco is a smaller player in a global market. Competitors include larger international oil companies operating in West Africa.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas industry is cyclical and highly sensitive to global economic conditions, geopolitical events, and supply/demand balances. Increased environmental regulations and the shift toward renewable energy sources are also major factors.
Positioning
Vaalco is a smaller, independent oil and gas company focused on offshore West Africa. Its competitive advantages include its established presence in Gabon, its operating expertise in the region, and potentially lower cost structure compared to larger players.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global crude oil market is estimated in the trillions of dollars annually. Vaalco's TAM is a small fraction of that, limited to its production capacity and the specific market for its grade of crude oil. Positioning themselves well to continue to have success.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Established presence in Gabon
- Operating expertise in offshore West Africa
- Strong cash flow generation when oil prices are favorable
- Low cost structure in comparison to major corporations.
- Acquisition of Svenska Petroleum Exploration AB gives Vaalco access to Cote d'Ivoire.
Weaknesses
- Concentrated operations in a single geographic region (Gabon)
- Vulnerability to political instability in Gabon
- Small size compared to major oil companies
- Limited access to capital compared to larger competitors
Opportunities
- Exploration and development of new prospects within its existing acreage
- Acquisition of additional assets in West Africa
- Increased oil prices
- Partnerships with larger oil companies
Threats
- Fluctuations in oil prices
- Political instability in Gabon
- Increased environmental regulations
- Competition from larger oil companies
- Unsuccessful exploration and development efforts
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HES
- APA
- BP
Competitive Landscape
Vaalco is a smaller player compared to major oil companies. It focuses on specific niches like offshore Gabon. Its success depends on efficient operations, cost control, and successful exploration/development.
Major Acquisitions
Svenska Petroleum Exploration AB
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 66.5
- Strategic Rationale: Gives Vaalco access to Cote d'Ivoire for diversification and growth opportunities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Vaalco's growth has been tied to oil price fluctuations and successful exploration/development activities. Production volumes and reserve additions are key growth indicators.
Future Projections: Future growth projections are best obtained from analyst estimates and company guidance.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include exploration programs, development projects, cost-cutting measures, and acquisition attempts. The Svenska Petroleum acquisition is a key initiative.
Summary
Vaalco Energy is a smaller oil and gas company focused on offshore West Africa. Its strength lies in its established presence in Gabon and expertise in the region. However, it is vulnerable to oil price fluctuations and political instability. The Svenska acquisition diversified Vaalco's portfolio and presented new avenues for growth, but faces competition from larger entities.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Vaalco Energy Inc. Investor Relations
- SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. Consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
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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