Successful Pembina Asset Sale
Obsidian Energy closed the sale of its Pembina assets for a total consideration of $320 million, consisting of $211 million in cash and 9.1 million shares of in-play, plus a 34.6% working interest in Willesden Green Unit #2.
Increased Focus on Core Assets
Post-transaction, Obsidian Energy is focusing on its Peace River heavy oil and Willesden Green light oil assets, with optionality in Viking assets.
Production Growth
Q1 production was 38,400 BOEs per day, up 12% over Q1 last year, driven by heavy oil from the Peace River program.
Debt Reduction and Liquidity
Forecasted net debt of approximately $255 million by the end of Q2, with a net debt to FFO ratio of about 1.1x. The company has significant liquidity with $200 million available on its credit facility.
Share Buyback Program
Repurchased 3.5 million shares for $24.5 million through May 6, demonstrating commitment to returning capital to shareholders.