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On Thursday, Jefferies analysts initiated coverage on Excelerate Energy Inc (NYSE: EE) with a Buy rating and set a price target of $39, representing a potential 31% upside from the current price of $29.67. The analysts highlighted Excelerate Energy’s unique position to benefit from long-term liquefied natural gas (LNG) demand through its Floating Storage Regasification Unit (FSRU) and regas infrastructure, which provides stable contracted cash flows and minimal commodity risk. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains a "GOOD" overall financial health score.
Excelerate Energy is expanding its asset base and improving integration by developing a new FSRU, securing LNG Sale and Purchase Agreements (SPA), and acquiring New Fortress Energy (NASDAQ:NFE)’s Jamaican LNG-to-power assets. These strategic moves are expected to enhance the company’s growth prospects, supported by the company’s strong financial position with a current ratio of 3.34x and moderate debt levels.
As the company’s growth capital expenditures decrease, its free cash flow is anticipated to increase, potentially boosting its valuation and capital returns. The analysts see this as a positive factor for the company’s future performance.
Excelerate Energy’s focus on expanding its infrastructure and securing contracts positions it well to capitalize on the growing demand for LNG. The company’s efforts to enhance its asset base are seen as a strategic advantage in the evolving energy market.
The Jefferies analysts’ Buy rating reflects their confidence in Excelerate Energy’s ability to leverage its infrastructure and contracts for future growth and value creation.
In other recent news, Excelerate Energy announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, surpassing expectations with earnings per share (EPS) of $0.49, significantly higher than the anticipated $0.38. The company also reported revenue of $315.1 million, exceeding forecasts by 51.7%. Excelerate Energy has raised its 2025 adjusted EBITDA guidance to a range between $345 million and $365 million. In terms of strategic developments, the company is on track to close a $1 billion acquisition of a fully integrated LNG infrastructure and power platform in Jamaica this quarter. This acquisition includes the Montego Bay LNG Terminal, the Old Harbour LNG Terminal, and the Clarendon CHP power plant. The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to EPS and enhance operating cash flow. Additionally, Excelerate Energy has secured inaugural credit ratings from Fitch Ratings and S&P Global Ratings, with Fitch assigning a BB rating and S&P a BB+ rating. The company is exploring growth opportunities in the Caribbean and Vietnam markets, indicating a strong pipeline for future expansion.
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