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New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited (AU:ECH)
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New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited (ECH) Price & Analysis

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ECH Stock Chart & Stats

AU$0.34
<AU$0.01(1.49%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$0.34
<AU$0.01(1.49%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue Growth MomentumA ~34% revenue rebound in 2025, coupled with healthy reported EBIT/EBITDA margins, indicates the company’s underlying portfolio or asset outcomes have improved. This durable top-line recovery supports longer‑term revenue base expansion and gives management scope to convert gains into reinvestment or payouts.
Free Cash Flow ImprovementA roughly 55% year‑over‑year lift in free cash flow materially strengthens financial flexibility. Sustained FCF growth supports dividend capacity, opportunistic asset purchases or debt reduction and reduces reliance on external funding, improving resilience over the next several quarters.
Moderate Leverage And Solid Equity BaseLeverage at about 0.36x equity and a sizable equity base provide balance sheet capacity to absorb shocks and fund strategic activity. This structural financial strength supports capital deployment, limits refinance pressure and preserves options for portfolio management over 2–6 months.
Bears Say
Thin Net Profitability / Low ROENet margin near 3% and ROE around 2–3% indicate the balance sheet is not generating strong shareholder returns. Low profitability reduces retained earnings growth, limits the company’s ability to sustainably raise dividends, and signals vulnerability if operating or financing costs rise.
Operating Cash Flow Reported As ZeroReporting operating cash flow as zero across periods undermines confidence in cash conversion from core activities. Even with rising free cash flow, the lack of visible operating CF makes it hard to assess sustainability, raising risk that cash gains are non‑recurring or from portfolio monetizations.
Investment‑Vehicle Business Model ConcentrationAs an investment‑focused vehicle dependent on dividends, realized gains and interest, the company has limited operational control and is exposed to market returns and asset sale timing. This structural concentration increases earnings volatility and constrains predictable, sustainable organic cash flow.

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ECH FAQ

What was New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited lowest share price was AU$0.33 and its highest was AU$0.44 in the past 12 months.
    What is New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s market cap?
    New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s market cap is AU$77.26M.
      When is New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
      New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 27, 2026 which is in 53 days.
        How were New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s earnings last quarter?
        New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited released its earnings results on Feb 25, 2026. The company reported AU$0.026 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by AU$0.026.
          Is New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited pay dividends?
            New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.003 which represents an annual dividend yield of 6.72%. See more information on New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited dividends here
              What is New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s EPS estimate?
              New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited have?
              New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited has 223,950,840 shares outstanding.
                What happened to New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.026 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.404%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:ECH
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited

                    Echelon Resources Limited is an energy firm dedicated to the exploration, development, and production of oil and gas resources across New Zealand, Australia, and Indonesia. The company's operations encompass the output and sale of various hydrocarbons, including natural gas, crude oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and condensate. Established in 1981, the entity, formerly known as New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited, adopted its current Echelon Resources Limited identity in July 2024. It is headquartered in Wellington, New Zealand, and functions as a subsidiary of O.G. Oil & Gas (Singapore) Pte Ltd.

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