Chord Energy sets $750 million senior notes offering

Published 03/03/2025, 23:34
Chord Energy sets $750 million senior notes offering

HOUSTON - Chord Energy Corporation (NASDAQ: CHRD), an independent oil and gas exploration and production company with a market capitalization of $6.3 billion, has announced the pricing of a private placement of senior unsecured notes valued at $750 million with a 6.750% interest rate, due in 2033. The offering, priced at par, is scheduled to close on March 13, 2025, subject to standard closing conditions. According to InvestingPro analysis, the company maintains a strong financial health score of 3.28 out of 4, indicating robust operational stability.

The company plans to allocate the net proceeds from this offering to finance its concurrent cash tender offer for any and all of its outstanding 6.375% senior unsecured notes due in 2026. Additionally, Chord Energy intends to redeem any remaining 2026 notes post-tender offer on or about June 1, 2025, repay a portion of its borrowings under its senior secured revolving credit facility, and cover all related fees and expenses. InvestingPro data reveals the company operates with a moderate debt level of $900.7 million and maintains strong cash flows sufficient to cover interest payments.

The new notes will be unsecured, senior obligations of the company, guaranteed by Chord Energy’s existing and future domestic subsidiaries that back the company’s senior secured revolving credit facility. This offering is contingent on market conditions and may vary significantly from current expectations.

These notes have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or any state securities laws, and unless registered, they cannot be offered or sold within the United States absent an exemption or unless they are not subject to registration requirements. The sale is targeted at qualified institutional buyers and non-U.S. persons in compliance with applicable regulations.

Chord Energy emphasizes that this press release does not constitute a notice of redemption or an offer to sell or buy any securities, including the 2026 and new notes, and is merely for informational purposes.

The company’s press release contains forward-looking statements regarding the notes offering and the anticipated use of proceeds. These statements are subject to various factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected.

Based on a press release statement, Chord Energy, with its focus on the Williston Basin, positions itself as a company with sustainable assets and a commitment to capital discipline and generating free cash flow. The success of the offering and subsequent financial maneuvers hinge on market conditions and the completion of the tender offer. InvestingPro analysis indicates the stock is currently undervalued, with a substantial dividend yield of 7.31% and strong EBITDA of $2.3 billion. For detailed valuation metrics and 10+ additional ProTips about Chord Energy, investors can access the comprehensive Pro Research Report available on InvestingPro.

In other recent news, Chord Energy Corp reported a strong financial performance for the fourth quarter of 2024, surpassing analysts’ expectations. The company achieved an earnings per share of $3.49, exceeding the forecasted $2.96, and generated revenue of $1.45 billion, significantly above the anticipated $1.12 billion. Chord Energy also increased its base dividend by 4%, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders. Additionally, the company returned $944 million to shareholders over the year and repurchased over 5% of its shares, demonstrating robust financial health and operational efficiency.

In terms of analyst perspectives, Truist Securities maintained a Buy rating for Chord Energy, with a price target of $186. Analyst Neal Dingmann highlighted the company’s strong balance sheet and its strategy of distributing approximately 100% of its free cash flow to shareholders. Dingmann also noted Chord Energy’s potential involvement in mergers and acquisitions, given its strategic market position and financial health. The firm’s positive outlook underscores expectations for Chord Energy’s continued performance and growth potential in the market. These recent developments indicate a strategic focus on shareholder returns and operational efficiency, positioning Chord Energy well for future opportunities.

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