The following is a summary of the W&T Offshore, Inc. (WTI) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript:
Financial Performance:
W&T Offshore reported generating $54.9 million in free cash flow year-to-date.
Adjusted EBITDA totaled $122 million year-to-date.
The company's net debt reduced to $266 million, with cash on hand rising to $126.5 million.Lease operating expenses were $72.4 million for Q3, below guidance by 6%.
Business Progress:
W&T Offshore successfully integrated assets acquired in Q1 2024, although only four out of six fields are currently online.
Enhanced production to 34,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in October.
Paid a quarterly dividend in August and announced another for Q4 2024.
Planned investment of $25 million to $35 million in 2024 to maximize production through facility projects.
Opportunities:
The company plans to further acquire complementary assets in the Gulf of Mexico to enhance scale and production.
Potential uptick in acquisition activities expected in the first and second quarters of next year.
Risks:
Production affected by hurricane-induced shutdowns with potential future disruptions due to ongoing storm risks.
Regulatory challenges and lawsuits impacting operational decisions and strategies in the Gulf of Mexico.
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