Dividend Increase
Vitesse Energy increased its dividend by 7% sequentially to $0.5625 per common share, which is $2.25 per share on an annualized basis.
Lucero Energy Acquisition
The acquisition of Lucero Energy Corp, completed in a stock-for-stock transaction, is expected to be immediately accretive to key financial metrics, bolstering the dividend and strengthening the balance sheet.
Production Growth
Expected production increase for the first quarter of 2025 to be between 14,000 and 15,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, with a significant increase expected in the second quarter.
Strong Financial Position
Vitesse Energy ended 2024 with total debt of $117 million, with a net debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio of 0.7 times. The borrowing base was increased to $315 million with $250 million elected commitments.
2025 Production Guidance
Anticipated production for 2025 is in the range of 17,000 to 18,000 Boe per day, a 35% increase at the midpoint versus 2024 levels.