Chesapeake Energy

Chesapeake Energy Corp. engages in the acquisition, exploration and development of properties for the production of oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids from underground reservoirs. It focuses its acquisition, exploration, development and production efforts in the following geographic operating areas: Marcellus, Haynesville, Eagle Ford, Brazos Valley, and Powder River Basin. The company was founded by Aubrey K. McClendon and Tom L. Ward on May 18, 1989 and is headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK.

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Chesapeake Energy sells Eagle Ford assets, focuses on growth strategy

Chesapeake Energy's Q4 performance reflects a strategic shift towards Marcellus and Haynesville assets post-Eagle Ford divestiture.
The company remains focused on operational efficiency, cash flow management, and shareholder value creation amidst market challenges.
Engagement with rating agencies and proactive hedging demonstrate a commitment to financial discipline and long-term growth strategies.
Chesapeake's confidence in creating shareholder value and navigating market challenges positions them for a promising year ahead.

Chesapeake Energy reports strong Q1 performance and LNG growth strategy

Chesapeake Energy's Q1 2023 earnings call highlighted a robust financial performance, strategic focus on LNG readiness, and efforts to enhance operational efficiency. While facing challenges in reducing capital expenditure and potential service cost pressures, the company remains agile in adapting to market conditions and leveraging opportunities for growth.

Chesapeake Energy (CHK) reports strong Q2 performance and strategic focus

Chesapeake Energy's Q2 2023 earnings call highlighted operational success, financial strength, and a cautious approach to market challenges. The company's focus on shareholder value creation, strategic acquisitions, and technology transfer between wells positions it for future growth. Challenges in technology replication and market uncertainties require a vigilant approach to capital allocation and operational decisions.

Chesapeake Energy excels in Q3, poised for growth in LNG

Chesapeake Energy delivered a strong performance in Q3 2023, showcasing operational excellence, financial strength, and strategic market positioning.
While facing challenges in industry consolidation and market dynamics, the company is well-positioned to leverage opportunities for growth and profitability.
Investors can be optimistic about Chesapeake Energy's future outlook, supported by operational achievements, financial stability, and strategic initiatives in the LNG sector.

Chesapeake Energy reports strong operational gains and strategic merger plans

Chesapeake Energy's Q4 2023 earnings call highlighted operational achievements, strategic decisions, and challenges in a competitive market. The company's focus on cost efficiencies, shareholder value, and market responsiveness positions it for sustainable growth. Opportunities in optimizing production, generating free cash flow, and leveraging natural gas as an energy solution underscore potential avenues for future success.

Chesapeake Energy focuses on discipline and efficiency amid market challenges

Chesapeake Energy's Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted financial discipline, operational efficiency, and strategic planning amidst an oversupplied natural gas market.
The company's strong capital structure, optimism about long-term demand growth, and focus on integration planning post-merger position it well for future success.
While facing challenges in market dynamics and production adjustments, Chesapeake Energy sees opportunities in LNG exports, cost synergies post-merger, and improving gas market conditions.

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Expand Energy Corp. engages in the production and development of natural gas, oil, and natural gas liquids. Its operations include Haynesville, Northeast Appalachia, and Southwest Appalachia. The company was founded in 2024 and is headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK.

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Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK) Q4 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

The headline numbers for Chesapeake Energy (CHK) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended December 2023, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

Chesapeake Energy (CHK) Q4 Earnings: How Key Metrics Compare to Wall Street Estimates

Chesapeake Energy (CHK) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.31 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.42 per share. This compares to earnings of $4.22 per share a year ago.

Chesapeake Energy (CHK) Tops Q4 Earnings Estimates

Chesapeake Energy reported a steep decline in fourth-quarter profit on Tuesday, as the natural gas producer battled lower commodity pricing during the period as well as a decline in output.

Chesapeake Energy reports fall in quarterly profit

OKLAHOMA CITY , Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:CHK) today reported fourth quarter and full-year 2023 results and issued 2024 guidance. Fourth Quarter 2023 Highlights: Net cash provided by operating activities of $470 million Net income totaled $569 million, or $4.02 per fully diluted share; adjusted net income(1) totaled $185 million, or $1.31 per share Adjusted EBITDAX(1) of $635 million; free cash flow(1) of $91 million Produced approximately 3.43 bcfe/d net (98% natural gas) Closed remaining Eagle Ford divestiture package for approximately $700 million Full-Year 2023 Highlights: Net cash provided by operating activities of $2.4 billion Net income totaled $2.4 billion, or $16.92 per fully diluted share; adjusted net income(1) totaled $702 million, or $4.91 per share Adjusted EBITDAX(1) of $2.5 billion; free cash flow(1) of $551 million Returned approximately $840 million to shareholders, approximately $480 million in dividends and approximately $360 million in share repurchases Successfully closed Eagle Ford divestitures; total proceeds greater than $3.5 billion 2024 Outlook Highlights: Lowering prior capital expenditure guidance approximately 20% to $1.25 – $1.35 billion through rig count reductions and deferring completions and turn-in-lines Capital plan generates a baseline guide of 2.65 – 2.75 bcf/d Announced Southwestern Energy merger targeted to close in the second quarter Signed LNG SPAs with offtake from Delfin LNG and sale to Gunvor at a JKM linked price (1) A Non-GAAP measure as defined in the supplemental financial tables available on the company's website at www.chk.com.

CHESAPEAKE REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR 2023 FINANCIAL AND OPERATING RESULTS AND ISSUES 2024 OUTLOOK

Chesapeake Energy (CHK) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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Chesapeake Energy has entered a long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) export deal with Delfin LNG and global energy trader Gunvor Group, the U.S. natural gas producer said on Tuesday.

Chesapeake Energy signs LNG export deal with Gunvor, Delfin

OKLAHOMA CITY , Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: CHK, together with certain of its subsidiaries, collectively, "Chesapeake"), Delfin LNG LLC ("Delfin") and Gunvor Group Ltd, through Gunvor Singapore Pte Ltd ("Gunvor"), today announced the entrance into a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export deal that includes executed Sales and Purchase Agreements ("SPA") for long-term liquefaction offtake. Under the SPA, Chesapeake will purchase approximately 0.5 million tonnes ("mtpa") of LNG per annum from Delfin at a Henry Hub price and contract targeted start date in 2028 then deliver to Gunvor on an FOB basis with the sales price linked to the Japan Korea Marker ("JKM") for a period of 20 years.

CHESAPEAKE ENERGY CORPORATION, DELFIN LNG AND GUNVOR SIGN LONG-TERM LNG LIQUEFACTION OFFTAKE AGREEMENT INDEXED TO JAPAN KOREA MARKER

OKLAHOMA CITY , Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chesapeake Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: CHK) today announced that it will release its 2023 fourth quarter and full year operational and financial results after market close on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. A conference call to discuss the results has been scheduled on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 9:00 am EST.

CHESAPEAKE ENERGY CORPORATION PROVIDES 2023 FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR EARNINGS CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION

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Bonds issued by Chesapeake Energy Corp. and Southwestern Energy Co. were rallying on Thursday after the companies sealed their expected $7.4 billion all-stock merger.

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