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Dec 31, 2025
Riley Exploration Q4 2025 Earnings Report
Riley Exploration Q4 2025 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Riley Permian delivered a transformational fourth quarter, significantly increasing production to 35.5 MBoe/d and completing the strategic sale of its Dovetail Midstream assets for $123 million. The company utilized proceeds to reduce debt by $120 million, ending the year with a strong 1.0x leverage ratio while initiating a $100 million share repurchase program.
Achieved record average production of 35.5 MBoe/d, a 42% increase compared to the prior year period.
Successfully divested Dovetail Midstream LLC for $123 million in cash, resulting in a $72 million pre-tax gain.
Strengthened the balance sheet by reducing total debt outstanding by $120 million during the quarter.
Authorized a new stock repurchase program of up to $100 million and maintained a $0.40 per share quarterly dividend.
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Forward Guidance
For the full year 2026, Riley Permian expects to increase production and capital investment to drive further growth, targeting a more active development program.
Positive Outlook
- Full-year 2026 production guidance of 35.0 - 37.0 MBoe/d.
- Anticipated oil production growth to 21.0 - 22.0 MBbls/d for FY 2026.
- Planned completion of 41.0 - 47.0 net wells in 2026.
- Significant inventory expansion and infrastructure build-out completed in 2025.
- Strong balance sheet with 1.0x leverage ratio entering the new year.
Challenges Ahead
- Increased capital expenditure guidance of $190 - $210 million for 2026.
- Projected Q1 2026 production (33.2 - 34.0 MBoe/d) is lower than Q4 2025 levels.
- Lease operating expenses expected to rise to $8.00 - $9.00 per Boe in Q1 2026.
- Potential variability in production due to third-party midstream conditions.
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