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California Resources Corporation (NYSE:CRC), a $4.16 billion energy company with a "GREAT" financial health rating according to InvestingPro, announced today it will repurchase 4.95 million shares of common stock from IKAV Impact S.a.r.l. for $46.00 per share, totaling $227.7 million. The transaction, priced slightly below the current market value of $46.61, is expected to settle on June 25.
Following the stock repurchase, IKAV's ownership will fall below 5% of CRC's outstanding shares, triggering changes to board representation. Bobby Saadati, who was previously nominated to CRC's board by IKAV under a July 2024 Stockholder Agreement, will resign from his position upon completion of the transaction. With moderate debt levels and strong profitability metrics, CRC maintains a solid financial position for this strategic move.
The repurchase will be funded with cash on hand and operational cash flows as part of the company's previously announced $1.35 billion Share Repurchase Program. Upon completion, lock-up restrictions on stock sales by IKAV and its affiliates IKAV Energy, Inc. and Simlog Inc. will expire. For detailed analysis and additional insights about CRC's financial outlook, including 8 more exclusive ProTips, visit InvestingPro.
The Stockholder Agreement had granted IKAV the right to nominate one director to CRC's board while it maintained at least 5% ownership of the company's outstanding common stock. The company's strong return over the last five years and consistent dividend growth demonstrate its commitment to shareholder value.
In other recent news, California Resources Corporation reported strong financial results for Q1 2025, surpassing market expectations. The company achieved an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.07, significantly higher than the forecasted $0.8357, and recorded revenue of $912 million, exceeding projections by $49.78 million. This performance reflects effective cost management and strategic initiatives. In addition to financial achievements, California Resources launched California's first Carbon Capture and Storage project, marking a significant strategic move. Barclays (LON:BARC) analyst Betty Jiang upgraded the company's stock from Equalweight to Overweight, raising the price target from $50.00 to $60.00. This upgrade is based on positive investor feedback and favorable regulatory changes in California's oil and gas sector. Jiang highlighted that the stock is trading below the value of its assets, which are characterized by low decline rates and long duration. California Resources is also focusing on expanding its Carbon TerraVault business and exploring Power Purchase Agreements, indicating a strategic approach aimed at sustainable growth.
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