HOUSTON, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Evolution Petroleum Corporation (NYSE:EPM) ("Evolution" or the "Company") today announced its financial and operating results for its fiscal fourth quarter and full year ended June 30, 2025. On September 11, 2025, Evolution declared a cash dividend of $0.12 per common share for the fiscal 2026 first quarter.
Financial & Operational Highlights
($ in thousands)
Q4 2025
Q4 2024
Q3 2025
% Change Q4/Q4
% Change Q4/Q3
Average BOEPD
7,198
7,209
6,667
8
%
Revenues
$
21,108
$
21,227
$
22,561
(1
)%
(6
)%
Net Income (Loss)(1)
$
3,412
$
1,235
$
(2,179
)
176
%
NM
Adjusted Net Income (Loss)(2)
$
1,129
$
1,093
$
806
3
%
40
%
Adjusted EBITDA(3)
$
8,572
$
8,037
$
7,421
7
%
16
%
(1) "NM" means "Not Meaningful."(2) Adjusted Net Income is a non-GAAP financial measure; see the non-GAAP reconciliation schedules to the most comparable GAAP measures at the end of this release for more information.(3) Adjusted EBITDA is Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization and is a non-GAAP financial measure; see the non-GAAP reconciliation schedules to the most comparable GAAP measures at the end of this release for more information.
Fiscal Q4 production was 7,198 average barrels of oil equivalent per day ("BOEPD"), with oil accounting for 61% of revenue, natural gas accounting for 27%, and natural gas liquids ("NGLs") accounting for 12% of revenue during the quarter.
Amid commodity price volatility in fiscal Q4, the Company benefited from its diversified energy portfolio, as reflected by a 16% increase in Adjusted EBITDA(3) versus fiscal Q3.
Returned $4.1 million to shareholders in the form of cash dividends during fiscal Q4 and $16.3 million for fiscal year 2025. The Company also declared its 13th consecutive dividend of $0.12 per common share, payable September 30, 2025, marking its 48th consecutive payment of quarterly dividends.
Amended and restated senior secured reserve-based credit facility (effective June 30, 2025), establishing an initial $65 million borrowing base under a $200 million revolver maturing June 30, 2028.
Generated near-record total production in fiscal 2025, averaging 7,074 BOEPD, up 4% from fiscal 2024.
Natural gas revenue increased 9% to $23.5 million and NGL revenue increased 3% to $11.2 million in fiscal 2025.
Closed on $9 million TexMex acquisition of non-operated oil and natural gas assets located in New Mexico, Texas, and Louisiana on April 14th, adding ~440 net BOEPD (60% oil and 40% gas).
Subsequent Events
In August 2025, Evolution closed its largest minerals-only acquisition to date in the SCOOP/STACK for approximately $17 million, with an effective date of May 1, 2025, adding ~5,500 net royalty acres and ~420 net BOE per day at the effective date; funded with cash and borrowings of $15.0 million under the Company's Senior Secured Credit Facility.
Management Comments
Kelly Loyd, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented: "Fiscal 2025 was a defining year for Evolution. We approximated company records in total production and in liquids production, maintained our quarterly dividend at $0.12 per share, and returned $16.3 million to shareholders. We strengthened the balance sheet by amending and restating our credit facility to add liquidity and extend the maturity to June 30, 2028, and added another lender. We also continued to balance the portfolio—closing the largest minerals-only acquisition in our history and advancing high-return development at Chaveroo—positioning the Company to generate durable cash flow through future cycles."
"Operationally, we continued to unlock value across our assets to enhance long-term profitability. At Chaveroo, four gross wells were brought online under budget, and early production is running ahead of plan. We added highly accretive, low decline assets with development and operational upside in the TexMex acquisition and, subsequent to quarter-end, also closed on our largest-ever minerals transaction in the SCOOP/STACK, adding royalty cash flows with no lifting costs and multi-year visibility on substantial continued development.
"Looking ahead, we will remain selective and returns-focused, opportunistically acquiring cash-generating, low-decline assets while pacing development to market conditions and using hedges to provide a solid base of returns. With an expanded credit facility, a resilient, diversified portfolio, and a sustained commitment to returning cash to shareholders, Evolution is well-positioned to continue executing, supporting our dividend policy, and compounding value for many years to come."
Fiscal Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results
Total revenues decreased 1% to $21.1 million compared to $21.2 million in the year-ago quarter. The change was driven primarily by 20% and 12% lower realized oil and NGL prices, respectively, partially offset by higher realized natural gas prices.
Lease operating costs ("LOE") were $11.4 million, flat compared to the year-ago quarter. On a per-unit basis, LOE was $17.35 per BOE compared to $17.39 per BOE in the year-ago quarter. The fiscal fourth quarter included additional costs as a result of the TexMex acquisition, higher workover expenses at Chaveroo and Hamilton Dome, and plant maintenance costs at Delhi, offset by the benefit to LOE as a result of the Barnett joint-interest audit.
Depletion, depreciation, and accretion expense was $5.8 million compared to $5.3 million in the year-ago period. On a per-BOE basis, the Company's depletion rate was $8.27 per BOE in the fiscal fourth quarter compared to $7.51 per BOE in the year-ago period, reflecting changes in the depletable base and asset mix.
General and administrative ("G&A") expenses, excluding stock-based compensation, were $2.0 million compared to $1.6 million in the year-ago period. On a per-BOE basis, G&A (excluding stock-based compensation) was $2.99 compared to $2.38 in the year-ago period. The $0.4 million comparative increase is primarily a result of the prior year quarter having been adjusted downward for a decrease in full year accrued bonuses.
The Company reported net income of $3.4 million, or $0.10 per diluted share, up from net income of $1.2 million, or $0.04 per diluted share, in the year-ago period. Excluding the impact of selected items, adjusted net income increased to $1.1 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared to $0.8 million, or $0.02 per diluted share, in the prior year.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 7% to $8.6 million compared to $8.0 million in the year-ago period. The increase was due to higher realized pricing, including the cash benefit of hedges, in the current period compared to the prior year period.
Production & Pricing
Average price per unit:
Q4 2025
Q4 2024
% Change Y/Y
Crude oil (BBL)
$
60.82
$
76.49
(20
)%
Natural gas (MCF)
2.76
1.66
66
%
Natural Gas Liquids (BBL)
25.50
29.08
(12
)%
Equivalent (BOE)
32.23
32.36
—
Total production for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 was essentially flat at 7,198 net BOEPD compared to 7,209 net BOEPD in the year-ago period. Total production for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 included approximately 2,319 barrels per day ("BOPD") of crude oil, 3,747 BOEPD of natural gas, and 1,132 BOEPD of NGLs. The change in total production was driven by downtime in the Delhi Field, pipeline balancing and allocation timing in the Jonah Field, as well as natural declines, partially offset by the TexMex acquisition and contributions from recently turned-in-line Chaveroo wells. Total oil and natural gas liquids production generated 73% of revenue for the quarter compared to 83% in the year-ago period.
The Company's average realized commodity price (excluding the impact of derivative contracts) decreased slightly to $32.23 per BOE, compared to $32.36 per BOE in the year-ago period. These changes were primarily due to lower realized oil and NGL prices year over year, partially offset by an increase of approximately 66% in realized natural gas prices year over year.
Operations Update
At SCOOP/STACK, drilling activity on the Company's legacy position moderated during the quarter, with five wells remaining in progress from prior periods. Production from certain recently drilled wells began contributing in the fiscal fourth quarter. Activity is continuing across the newly acquired mineral acreage.
At Chaveroo, the Company's operator completed and brought online four new gross wells in the second development block on schedule and under budget. Although early in their productive life, these wells have exceeded pre-drill expectations to date. Permitting for the next pad remains underway; however, timing for additional drilling will be paced to commodity prices.
At Delhi, operations experienced downtime related to shut-ins for facility safety upgrades and reduced CO₂ injections due to higher summer temperatures. The operator continues to inject only recycled CO₂.
At Jonah, operations remained steady. Reported sales volumes during the quarter were negatively impacted by pipeline balancing and allocation timing, with make-up volumes expected to benefit the fiscal first quarter of 2026.
Balance Sheet, Liquidity, and Capital Spending
On June 30, 2025, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of $2.5 million, $37.5 million of borrowings outstanding under its Senior Secured Credit Facility, and total liquidity of $30.0 million, including cash and availability under the facility. In the fiscal fourth quarter, Evolution paid $4.1 million in common stock dividends and invested $4.7 million in capital expenditures. In the fiscal fourth quarter, Evolution received $0.4 million in proceeds from shares of common stock sold under its At-The-Market equity sales agreement, and net cash provided by operating activities was $10.5 million for the quarter.
On June 30, 2025, the Company entered into a syndicated, amended, and restated senior secured reserve-based credit facility with MidFirst as the administrative agent, establishing a $200 million revolving credit facility with an initial borrowing base of $65 million, which matures June 30, 2028. The Company added a second lender in order to increase the borrowing base to $65 million and provide additional credit capacity for future acquisitions.
Subsequent to fiscal year end, Evolution funded a portion of the acquisition of mineral and royalty interests in the SCOOP/STACK area of Oklahoma with $15.0 million in borrowings under its Senior Secured Credit Facility and issued a $0.8 million letter of credit in connection with its gathering and processing agreements at Jonah Field in exchange for the return of the Company's previously provided cash collateral. After the net effect of the additional borrowings and letter of credit issuance, the Company's current remaining availability under its Senior Secured Credit Facility is $11.7 million.
Cash Dividend on Common Stock
On September 11, 2025, Evolution's Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.12 per share of common stock, which will be paid on September 30, 2025, to common stockholders of record on September 22, 2025. This will be the 48th consecutive quarterly cash dividend on the Company's common stock since December 31, 2013. To date, Evolution has returned approximately $134.8 million, or $4.05 per share, back to stockholders in common stock dividends.
Conference Call
As previously announced, Evolution Petroleum will host a conference call on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time to review its fourth quarter and fiscal year-end 2025 financial and operating results. Participants can join online at https://event.choruscall.com/mediaframe/webcast.html?webcastid=9zwNJLNF or by dialing (844) 481-2813. Dial-in participants should ask to join the Evolution Petroleum Corporation call. A replay will be available through September 16, 2026, via the webcast link provided and on Evolution's Investor Relations website at www.ir.evolutionpetroleum.com.
About Evolution Petroleum
Evolution Petroleum Corporation is an independent energy company focused on maximizing total shareholder returns through the ownership of and investment in onshore oil and natural gas properties in the U.S. The Company aims to build and maintain a diversified portfolio of long-life oil and natural gas properties through acquisitions, selective development opportunities, production enhancements, and other exploitation efforts. Visit www.evolutionpetroleum.com for more information.
Cautionary Statement
All forward-looking statements contained in this press release regarding the Company's current and future expectations, potential results, and plans and objectives involve a wide range of risks and uncertainties. Statements herein using words such as "believe," "expect," "may," "plans," "outlook," "should," "will," and words of similar meaning are forward-looking statements. Although the Company's expectations are based on business, engineering, geological, financial, and operating assumptions that it believes to be reasonable, many factors could cause actual results to differ materially from its expectations. The Company gives no assurance that its goals will be achieved. These factors and others are detailed under the heading "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in our periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement.
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Evolution Petroleum CorporationProved Reserves as of June 30, 2025
Our proved reserves as of June 30, 2025, were estimated by our independent reservoir engineers, Cawley, Gillespie and Associates, Inc. and DeGolyer and MacNaughton, both worldwide petroleum consultants.
The SEC sets rules related to reserve estimation and disclosure requirements for oil and natural gas companies. These rules require disclosure of oil and natural gas proved reserves by significant geographic area, using the trailing 12-month average price, calculated as the unweighted arithmetic average of the first-day-of-the-month price for each month within the 12 month period prior to the end of the reporting period, rather than year-end prices, and allows the use of new technologies in the determination of proved reserves if those technologies have been demonstrated empirically to lead to reliable conclusions about reserve volumes. Subject to limited exceptions, the rules also require that proved undeveloped reserves may only be classified as such if a development plan has been adopted indicating that they are scheduled to be drilled within five years.
For more information on the Company's reserves, see our Supplemental Disclosure about Oil and Natural Gas Properties included on Form 10-K filed with the SEC for the year ended June 30, 2025.
Reserve Category
Oil(MBbls)
Natural Gas(MMcf)
NGLs(MBbls)
Total Proved Reserves (MBOE)
Proved Developed Producing
8,349
57,149
4,311
22,185
Proved Non-Producing
378
757
5
509
Proved Undeveloped
3,401
3,599
412
4,413
Total Proved
12,128
61,505
4,728
27,107
Asset
Oil(MBbls)
Natural Gas(MMcf)
NGLs(MBbls)
Total Proved Reserves (MBOE)
TexMex
1,925
6,429
—
2,997
SCOOP/STACK
1,268
11,498
716
3,900
Chaveroo Field
2,889
841
179
3,208
Jonah Field
167
16,915
228
3,214
Williston Basin
1,841
1,120
275
2,303
Barnett Shale
74
24,702
1,903
6,094
Hamilton Dome Field
1,831
—
—
1,831
Delhi Field
2,133
—
1,427
3,560
Total Proved
12,128
61,505
4,728
27,107
Evolution Petroleum CorporationCondensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)(In thousands, except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended
Years Ended
June 30,
March 31,
June 30,
2025
2024
2025
2025
2024
Revenues
Crude oil
$
12,833
$
14,533
$
11,769
$
51,102
$
53,446
Natural gas
5,648
3,582
7,790
23,516
21,525
Natural gas liquids
2,627
3,112
3,002
11,222
10,906
Total revenues
21,108
21,227
22,561
85,840
85,877
Operating costs
Lease operating costs
11,367
11,408
13,388
49,338
48,273
Depletion, depreciation, and accretion
5,821
5,302
5,014
21,993
20,062
General and administrative expenses
2,580
2,114
2,573
10,334
9,636
Total operating costs
19,768
18,824
20,975
81,665
77,971
Income (loss) from operations
1,340
2,403
1,586
4,175
7,906
Other income (expense)
Net gain (loss) on derivative contracts
3,696
(109
)
(3,802
)
473
(1,292
)
Interest and other income
27
59
55
191
342
Interest expense
(678
)
(875
)
(705
)
(2,970
)
(1,459
)
Income (loss) before income taxes
4,385
1,478
(2,866
)
1,869
5,497
Income tax (expense) benefit
(973
)
(243
)
687
(396
)
(1,417
)
Net income (loss)
$
3,412
$
1,235
$
(2,179
)
$
1,473
$
4,080
Net income (loss) per common share:
Basic
$
0.10
$
0.04
$
(0.07
)
$
0.03
$
0.12
Diluted
$
0.10
$
0.04
$
(0.07
)
$
0.03
$
0.12
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding:
Basic
33,553
32,679
33,433
33,158
32,691
Diluted
33,723
32,835
33,433
33,323
32,901
Evolution Petroleum CorporationCondensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)(In thousands, except share and per share amounts)
June 30, 2025
June 30, 2024
Assets
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$
2,507
$
6,446
Receivables from crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids revenues
10,804
10,826
Derivative contract assets
1,777
596
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
2,287
3,855
Total current assets
17,375
21,723
Property and equipment, net of depletion, depreciation, and impairment
Oil and natural gas properties, net—full-cost method of accounting, of which none were excluded from amortization
142,248
139,685
Other noncurrent assets
Derivative contract assets
198
171
Other assets
431
1,298
Total assets
$
160,252
$
162,877
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Current liabilities
Accounts payable
$
12,901
$
8,308
Accrued liabilities and other
6,909
6,239
Derivative contract liabilities
1,577
1,192
State and federal taxes payable
—
74
Total current liabilities
21,387
15,813
Long term liabilities
Senior secured credit facility
37,500
39,500
Deferred income taxes
6,234
6,702
Asset retirement obligations
21,535
19,209
Derivative contract liabilities
1,783
468
Operating lease liability
—
58
Total liabilities
88,439
81,750
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders' equity
