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2026-07-22 13:45 3d ago
2026-07-22 09:32 3d ago
3 Energy Stocks Under $5 That Stand Out for Their Value
KOS Kosmos Energy
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Key Takeaways KOS provides exposure to international exploration amid a supportive oil-price environment.WTI offers offshore oil production exposure as geopolitical risks tighten supply concerns.DTI adds drilling-services exposure and carries an attractive Value Score of A. Oil prices have returned to the spotlight as renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raise concerns about global energy supplies. Crude has climbed back above $80 a barrel and is now approaching $90, reminding investors how quickly market conditions can change. While volatility often creates uncertainty, it can also open attractive opportunities. For investors seeking affordable exposure to the energy sector, fundamentally strong stocks trading below $5 deserve a closer look.

Among the names worth watching are Kosmos Energy (KOS - Free Report) , W&T Offshore (WTI - Free Report) and Drilling Tools International (DTI - Free Report) . Although these stocks trade at relatively low prices, each offers exposure to different parts of the energy value chain — from international exploration and offshore oil production to drilling services.

The business models and valuation levels of these companies make them candidates for investors looking to benefit from a supportive oil-price environment while keeping initial investment costs low. These companies also hold a Value Score of A or B, offering an additional incentive for investors amid the prevailing market uncertainty.

Why the Oil Market Still Looks Strong

The oil market remains highly sensitive to geopolitical developments. Renewed fighting involving the United States and Iran has once again raised concerns about disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important oil shipping routes. At the same time, threats to additional shipping lanes have increased uncertainty, pushing Brent crude close to $95 a barrel and U.S. crude above $85. Even if supply disruptions prove temporary, traders continue to price in the risk of tighter global supplies.

Looking ahead, the outlook for oil remains constructive despite continued volatility. Major Wall Street firms believe prices could stay above $80 under a base-case scenario, while a prolonged disruption to Middle East exports could drive crude well above $100. Strong seasonal demand, lower inventories and ongoing geopolitical risks are likely to keep energy markets supported, creating a favorable backdrop for companies with solid operations and attractive valuations.

Why Energy Stocks Under $5 Deserve a Closer Look

Against this backdrop, investors may want to consider undervalued energy companies that have the potential to benefit from higher oil prices while offering meaningful upside if market conditions remain favorable. Stocks trading below $5 — often referred to as penny stocks — can fit that profile. While these shares typically carry greater volatility and higher risk than larger companies, careful selection based on business fundamentals rather than price alone can uncover compelling investment opportunities.

3 Stocks to Focus On

Kosmos Energy: Kosmos Energy is an international oil and gas exploration and production company with a portfolio spanning West Africa, the Gulf of America and liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects in Mauritania and Senegal. The company focuses on developing high-quality assets while steadily expanding production, lowering costs and strengthening its balance sheet.

Its growth strategy combines disciplined investment with the advancement of large-scale development projects and selective exploration opportunities. Kosmos is progressing projects in Ghana, the Gulf of America and the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG development, while pursuing additional prospects through partnerships. By balancing production growth with capital discipline, the company aims to create sustainable value and maintain financial flexibility over the long term.

At less than $2.50 per share and with a Value Score of B, Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) KOS presents an appealing option for energy sector investors looking for a stock with a reasonable valuation. Over the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company’s 2026 earnings has gone up 21%. You can seethe complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

W&T Offshore: W&T Offshore is an independent oil and natural gas producer focused on the Gulf of America, where it has operated for more than four decades. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Houston, the company has built its business by acquiring producing offshore assets and developing them through technical expertise, disciplined operations and targeted drilling.

The Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company manages a diversified portfolio of offshore fields and combines acquisitions with well optimization projects to extend reserve life, improve production and lower costs. W&T also benefits from owned infrastructure, a strong operating position and an experienced management team. Its strategy centers on generating long-term value through operational efficiency, selective acquisitions and carefully planned development opportunities across the Gulf of America.

WTI shares trade for around $3.63 as of this writing. An incredible bargain for investors, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 earnings of the company indicates 64.9% growth. W&T Offshore has a Value Score of B.

Drilling Tools International: Drilling Tools International provides rental tools, equipment and related solutions used throughout the drilling, well construction and abandonment process for the oil and gas industry. The #3 Ranked company, with a Value Score of A, serves customers across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific, supported by an extensive rental fleet, in-house manufacturing capabilities and a growing global service network.

DTI differentiates itself through its broad product portfolio, repair and manufacturing facilities, and its proprietary COMPASS order management platform, which simplifies tool rentals and improves customer visibility. Strategic acquisitions have expanded its geographic reach and product offerings, while its focus remains on operational efficiency, innovation and delivering reliable support to both exploration and production companies and oilfield service providers.

With a share price of just $2.27, DTI is a stock that energy sector investors should consider for their watchlist. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 revenues of the company indicates modest growth.
2026-07-07 06:33 18d ago
2026-07-07 02:06 19d ago
Kosmos Energy to Host Second Quarter 2026 Results and Webcast on August 3, 2026
KOS Kosmos Energy
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July 07, 2026 02:06 ET  | Source: Kosmos Energy, LLC

DALLAS, July 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kosmos Energy (NYSE/LSE: KOS) announced today the following schedule for its second quarter 2026 results:

Earnings Release: Monday, August 3, 2026, pre-UK market open via Notified, Regulatory News Service, and the Company’s website at www.kosmosenergy.com.Conference Call: Monday, August 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. ET. The call will be available via telephone and webcast. Dial-in telephone numbers:
Toll Free: 1-800-715-9871
Toll/International: 1-646-307-1963
UK Toll Free: 0800 260 6466

Webcast:
investors.kosmosenergy.com

Webcast Conference Call Replay: A replay of the webcast will be available at investors.kosmosenergy.com for approximately 90 days following the event.
About Kosmos Energy

Kosmos Energy is a leading deepwater exploration and production company focused on meeting the world’s growing demand for energy. We have diversified oil and gas production from assets offshore Ghana, Mauritania, Senegal and the Gulf of America. Additionally, in the proven basins where we operate we are advancing high-quality development opportunities, which have come from our exploration success. Kosmos is listed on the NYSE and LSE and is traded under the ticker symbol KOS.

As an ethical and transparent company, Kosmos is committed to doing things the right way. The Company’s Business Principles articulate our commitment to transparency, ethics, human rights, safety and the environment. Read more about this commitment in the Kosmos Sustainability Report. For additional information, visit www.kosmosenergy.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that Kosmos expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Kosmos’ estimates and forward-looking statements are mainly based on its current expectations and estimates of future events and trends, which affect or may affect its businesses and operations. Although Kosmos believes that these estimates and forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, they are subject to several risks and uncertainties and are made in light of information currently available to Kosmos. When used in this press release, the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “intend,” “expect,” “plan,” “will” or other similar words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to a number of assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of Kosmos, which may cause actual results to differ materially from those implied or expressed by the forward-looking statements. Further information on such assumptions, risks and uncertainties is available in Kosmos’ Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filings. Kosmos undertakes no obligation and does not intend to update or correct these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release, except as required by applicable law. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

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2026-07-06 06:36 19d ago
2026-07-06 02:00 20d ago
Kosmos Energy Provides Operational Update
KOS Kosmos Energy
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DALLAS, July 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kosmos Energy (NYSE/LSE: KOS) (“Kosmos” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide the following update on activities across its portfolio: In Ghana, the third well of the 2026 campaign, J76, was completed and came online in mid-June, two weeks later than initially planned. Initial production rates have been very strong with the new well, which benefits from the latest seismic and Kosmos' reservoir modelling, contributing approximately 20,000 barrels of oil per day (bopd) to gross production.
2026-06-25 16:47 1mo ago
2026-06-25 10:36 1mo ago
Here's Why Kosmos Energy (KOS) is Poised for a Turnaround After Losing 20.6% in 4 Weeks
KOS Kosmos Energy
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Kosmos Energy (KOS - Free Report) has been beaten down lately with too much selling pressure. While the stock has lost 20.6% over the past four weeks, there is light at the end of the tunnel as it is now in oversold territory and Wall Street analysts expect the company to report better earnings than they predicted earlier.

We use Relative Strength Index (RSI), one of the most commonly used technical indicators, for spotting whether a stock is oversold. This is a momentum oscillator that measures the speed and change of price movements.

RSI oscillates between zero and 100. Usually, a stock is considered oversold when its RSI reading falls below 30.

Technically, every stock oscillates between being overbought and oversold irrespective of the quality of their fundamentals. And the beauty of RSI is that it helps you quickly and easily check if a stock's price is reaching a point of reversal.

So, by this measure, if a stock has gotten too far below its fair value just because of unwarranted selling pressure, investors may start looking for entry opportunities in the stock for benefiting from the inevitable rebound.

However, like every investing tool, RSI has its limitations, and should not be used alone for making an investment decision.

Here's Why KOS Could Experience a TurnaroundThe RSI reading of 28.42 for KOS is an indication that the heavy selling could be in the process of exhausting itself, so the stock could bounce back in a quest for reaching the old equilibrium of supply and demand.

The RSI value is not the only factor that indicates a potential turnaround for the stock in the near term. On the fundamental side, there has been strong agreement among the sell-side analysts covering the stock in raising earnings estimates for the current year. Over the last 30 days, the consensus EPS estimate for KOS has increased 20.8%. And an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions usually translates into price appreciation in the near term.

Moreover, KOS currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), which means it is in the top 20% of more than 4,000 stocks that we rank based on trends in earnings estimate revisions and EPS surprises. This is a more conclusive indication of the stock's potential turnaround in the near term. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
2026-06-25 16:47 1mo ago
2026-06-25 10:41 1mo ago
Is Kosmos Energy (KOS) Stock Outpacing Its Oils-Energy Peers This Year?
KOS Kosmos Energy
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Investors interested in Oils-Energy stocks should always be looking to find the best-performing companies in the group. Kosmos Energy (KOS - Free Report) is a stock that can certainly grab the attention of many investors, but do its recent returns compare favorably to the sector as a whole? Let's take a closer look at the stock's year-to-date performance to find out.

Kosmos Energy is one of 238 companies in the Oils-Energy group. The Oils-Energy group currently sits at #7 within the Zacks Sector Rank. The Zacks Sector Rank considers 16 different groups, measuring the average Zacks Rank of the individual stocks within the sector to gauge the strength of each group.

The Zacks Rank is a proven model that highlights a variety of stocks with the right characteristics to outperform the market over the next one to three months. The system emphasizes earnings estimate revisions and favors companies with improving earnings outlooks. Kosmos Energy is currently sporting a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy).

Over the past 90 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for KOS' full-year earnings has moved 20.8% higher. This signals that analyst sentiment is improving and the stock's earnings outlook is more positive.

Our latest available data shows that KOS has returned about 133.6% since the start of the calendar year. In comparison, Oils-Energy companies have returned an average of 18.7%. This means that Kosmos Energy is outperforming the sector as a whole this year.

Valvoline (VVV - Free Report) is another Oils-Energy stock that has outperformed the sector so far this year. Since the beginning of the year, the stock has returned 36.3%.

For Valvoline, the consensus EPS estimate for the current year has increased 2.9% over the past three months. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Looking more specifically, Kosmos Energy belongs to the Oil and Gas - Exploration and Production - International industry, a group that includes 6 individual stocks and currently sits at #104 in the Zacks Industry Rank. Stocks in this group have gained about 33.5% so far this year, so KOS is performing better this group in terms of year-to-date returns.

Valvoline, however, belongs to the Oil and Gas - Refining and Marketing industry. Currently, this 17-stock industry is ranked #47. The industry has moved +31.8% so far this year.

Going forward, investors interested in Oils-Energy stocks should continue to pay close attention to Kosmos Energy and Valvoline as they could maintain their solid performance.
2026-06-23 20:12 1mo ago
2026-06-17 02:00 1mo ago
Kosmos Energy Announces Completion of Sale of Equatorial Guinea Production Assets to Panoro Energy
KOS Kosmos Energy
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Enhances portfolio, high grades capital allocation, lowers costs and enhances liquidity June 17, 2026 02:00 ET  | Source: Kosmos Energy, LLC

DALLAS, June 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kosmos Energy (NYSE/LSE: KOS) (“Kosmos” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the completion of the sale of its interests in the Ceiba Field and Okume Complex production assets in Block G offshore Equatorial Guinea to Panoro Energy (“Panoro”).

The final cash consideration on completion, post-closing adjustments, was approximately $127 million. The closing adjustments reflect the cash received from the assets in the first half of 2026 to completion on June 16, 2026. Future contingent payments of up to ~$40 million are subject to certain oil price and production thresholds.

The transaction proceeds will be used to repay borrowings under the Company’s reserves-based lending (RBL) credit facility.

Andrew G. Inglis, Kosmos Energy’s chairman and chief executive officer said: “We are pleased to have closed this transaction, a win-win for Kosmos and Panoro. For Kosmos, the transaction high grades our portfolio by divesting high unit operating cost production and increases balance sheet resilience, with retained exposure to future upside from the assets. Strategically, it also enables Kosmos to focus our capital and expertise on our world-class assets where we can add the most value for our stakeholders over the long-term. We’d like to thank CEMAC and the Government of Equatorial Guinea for their timely approvals.” 

To reflect the impact of the sale completion, Kosmos will provide updated full year 2026 guidance with its second quarter results in August. Production year-to-date has been around 5,800 barrels of oil per day net to Kosmos. An asset retirement obligation liability of around $140 million will also be removed from the balance sheet.

About Kosmos Energy

Kosmos Energy is a leading deepwater exploration and production company focused on meeting the world’s growing demand for energy. We have diversified oil and gas production from assets offshore Ghana, Mauritania, Senegal and the Gulf of America. Additionally, in the proven basins where we operate, we are advancing high-quality development opportunities, which have come from our exploration success. Kosmos is listed on the NYSE and LSE and is traded under the ticker symbol KOS. As an ethical and transparent company, Kosmos is committed to doing things the right way. The Company’s Business Principles articulate our commitment to transparency, ethics, human rights, safety and the environment. Read more about this commitment in the Kosmos Sustainability Report. For additional information, visit www.kosmosenergy.com. 

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that Kosmos expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Kosmos’ estimates and forward-looking statements are mainly based on its current expectations and estimates of future events and trends, which affect or may affect its businesses and operations. Although Kosmos believes that these estimates and forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, they are subject to several risks and uncertainties and are made in light of information currently available to Kosmos. When used in this press release, the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “intend,” “expect,” “plan,” “will” or other similar words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to a number of assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of Kosmos, which may cause actual results to differ materially from those implied or expressed by the forward-looking statements. Further information on such assumptions, risks and uncertainties is available in Kosmos’ Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filings. Kosmos undertakes no obligation and does not intend to update or correct these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release, except as required by applicable law. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

Investor Relations
Jamie Buckland
+44 (0) 203 954 2831
[email protected]

Media Relations
Thomas Golembeski
+1-214-445-9674
[email protected]
2026-06-23 20:12 1mo ago
2026-06-19 14:36 1mo ago
Kosmos Sells Stake in Equatorial Guinea Assets to Panoro Energy
KOS Kosmos Energy
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Key Takeaways Kosmos completed the sale of its Equatorial Guinea assets to Panoro Energy for a final $127M payment.Kosmos will use proceeds to repay reserves-based lending debt and focus on higher-return core assets.Panoro Energy's stake in Block G will rise to 54.625% following the acquisition. Kosmos Energy (KOS - Free Report) , a U.S.-based exploration and production company, has concluded the sale of its non-operating interests in certain offshore production assets in Equatorial Guinea to Panoro Energy. The deal was announced earlier this year, with Panoro Energy agreeing to acquire KOS’ subsidiary, which owns a 40.375% interestin the block containing the production assets. The deal includes the Ceiba field and the Okume Complex production assets, located in Block G, offshore Equatorial Guinea.

Financial Terms of the DealPer the terms of the deal, the acquiring firm agreed to an upfront cash payment of $180 million, subject to adjustments. Kosmos Energy has received a final cash payment of $127 million following the conclusion of the deal and after accounting for post-closing adjustments. Besides the cash received at closing, Kosmos could still earn additional payments under the terms of the agreement. This includes contingent payments of $12.5 million if the Ceiba field meets certain production targets and $9 million in each of 2027, 2028 and 2029 if oil prices and production levels reach specific target thresholds.  

Divestment Supports Balance Sheet StrengtheningThe closing of this deal reduces the company’s 2026 production. Before the deal’s closing, these assets contributed nearly 5,800 barrels of oil per day net to Kosmos in 2026. However, it enables Kosmos Energy to streamline its asset portfolio and focus on its core assets that generate higher returns. Furthermore, the company has stated that it will use the divestment proceeds to pay down the borrowings under its reserves-based lending credit facility. The transaction will also remove an asset retirement obligation of $140 million from the company’s balance sheet. The transaction is expected to benefit the company by improving its financial flexibility, strengthening its balance sheet and freeing up capital for other strategic priorities.

Deal Creates Value for Both CompaniesKosmos Energy has highlighted that this deal is mutually beneficial for both companies. Panoro Energy previously owned a 14.25% interest in Block G, and the acquisition will raise its stake in the block to 54.625%. For Kosmos, the deal streamlines its portfolio and allows it to focus on its deepwater assets while selling assets with relatively high unit operating costs. Moreover, the deal is structured such that the company can still benefit from any future upside from the assets.  Kosmos Energy’s focus lies on its key offshore assets across Ghana, Mauritania, Senegal and the Gulf of America, which have the potential for long-term growth.

KOS’s Zacks Rank and Key PicksKOS currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

Some better-ranked stocks from the energy sector are W&T Offshore (WTI - Free Report) , Galp Energia SGPS SA (GLPEY - Free Report) and FuelCell Energy (FCEL - Free Report) , each carrying a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) at present. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here.

W&T Offshore benefits from its prolific Gulf of America assets, which offer low decline rates, strong permeability and significant untapped reserves. The company’s recent acquisition of six shallow-water fields in the Gulf of America boosts its future production prospects and is expected to enhance its revenues. 

Galp Energia is a Portuguese energy company engaged in exploration and production activities. The company’s oil exploration efforts have yielded positive results, particularly with the Mopane discovery in the Orange Basin, offshore Namibia. This discovery allows Galp to expand its global presence with the potential to become a significant oil producer in the region. It is also involved in refining and marketing of oil products and natural gas marketing and sales.

FuelCell Energy is a clean energy company that offers scalable, reliable, low-carbon power solutions. It produces power using flexible fuel sources such as biogas, natural gas and hydrogen. The company’s proprietary molten carbonate fuel cell systems generate electricity through an electrochemical process instead of burning fuel, reducing carbon emissions and minimizing the environmental impact of power generation. FCEL is anticipated to play a crucial role in the energy transition by enabling industries and communities to shift from traditional fossil fuels to low-carbon alternatives.
2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-03-17 10:46 4mo ago
3 International E&P Stocks Poised for Big 2026 EPS Gains
KOS Kosmos Energy
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The Zacks Oil and Gas - Exploration and Production - International industry remains well-positioned as strong commodity prices and supply constraints continue to support earnings. Companies operating outside the United States are benefiting directly from higher realizations, which are boosting cash flows and improving balance sheets. At the same time, a clear shift toward capital discipline and cost efficiency is helping operators lower break-even levels and focus on high-return projects. Portfolio reshaping and geographic repositioning are further strengthening cash flow quality and long-term resilience. Though there are challenges, including natural field declines and ongoing reinvestment needs, the broader setup looks constructive. The industry’s solid ranking, strong relative performance versus the S&P 500, and attractive valuation suggest room for further upside. As companies continue to refine portfolios and improve execution, the outlook remains encouraging. Within this space, Harbour Energy (HBRIY - Free Report) , Vermilion Energy (VET - Free Report) and Kosmos Energy (KOS - Free Report) stand out as compelling names to watch.

Industry Overview The Zacks Oil and Gas - International E&P industry consists of companies primarily operating outside the United States and focused on the exploration and production (E&P) of oil and natural gas. These firms find hydrocarbon reservoirs, drill oil and gas wells, and produce and sell these materials to be refined later into products such as gasoline, fuel oil, distillate, etc. The economics of oil and gas supply and demand are the fundamental drivers of this industry. In particular, a producer’s cash flow is determined by realized commodity prices. In fact, all E&P companies are vulnerable to historically volatile prices in the energy markets. A change in realizations affects their returns on drilling inventory and causes them to alter production growth rates. These operators are also exposed to exploration risks where drilling results are uncertain.

4 Key Investing Trends to Watch in the Oil and Gas - International E&P Industry Commodity Price Gains: The sharp rise in crude prices following supply disruptions in the Middle East creates a strong macro tailwind for the global oil and gas exploration and production space. When benchmark prices move from the $60 range to near or above $100, upstream players typically see a direct and meaningful improvement in realizations and cash flows. This kind of pricing environment not only boosts near-term profitability but also strengthens balance sheets, enabling higher reinvestment into exploration and development activities. At the same time, supply constraints tied to key chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz highlight the structural importance of diversified production sources, which further support sustained demand for international upstream output. Overall, elevated prices combined with tighter supply conditions create a favorable backdrop for earnings visibility and capital discipline across the industry.

Improving Cost Structures and Capital Discipline: Companies are steadily reshaping portfolios toward lower-cost, higher-return assets while exiting mature or expensive operations. This shift, combined with tighter capital allocation and efficiency gains, is driving down unit costs and improving margins. Production growth is increasingly tied to high-return projects with quick paybacks, helping sustain cash flows even in uncertain price environments. Over time, this disciplined approach enhances resilience, supports debt reduction, and allows firms to better navigate commodity cycles while still investing in future growth.

Declining Legacy Assets and High Reinvestment Needs: Many portfolios still include aging fields with natural decline rates, requiring continuous drilling and capital spending just to maintain production levels. At the same time, newer projects often demand significant upfront investment and longer development timelines. This creates a balancing act between funding growth and preserving balance sheet strength. If capital discipline weakens or project execution falters, returns can suffer. Additionally, shifting capital away from higher-cost regions may reduce diversification and expose companies more to specific basin risks.

Portfolio High-Grading and Geographic Repositioning: Companies are actively reshaping their asset mix by divesting higher-cost, mature operations and reallocating capital toward more competitive regions with better fiscal terms and stronger margins. This shift is not just about reducing costs—it’s about improving the overall quality of cash flows. By concentrating on assets with longer life, lower taxes, and better operating control, firms are building portfolios that can generate steadier and more predictable returns. In many cases, production from legacy regions is being replaced with output from newer, higher-margin basins, which enhances profitability even if total volumes remain stable. Over time, this repositioning supports stronger free cash flow generation, lowers break-even levels, and gives companies greater flexibility to navigate commodity cycles while still funding growth initiatives.

Zacks Industry Rank Reflects Positive Outlook The Zacks Oil and Gas – International E&P industry is a six-stock group within the broader Zacks Oil - Energy sector. It currently carries a Zacks Industry Rank #44, which places it in the top 18% of 243 Zacks industries.

The group’s Zacks Industry Rank, which is basically the average of the Zacks Rank of all the member stocks, indicates fairly strong near-term prospects. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperforms the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

Considering the encouraging dynamics of the industry, we will present a few stocks that you may want to consider for your portfolio. But it’s worth taking a look at the industry’s shareholder returns and current valuation first.

Industry Outperforms S&P 500 but Lags Sector The Zacks Oil and Gas - International E&P industry has fared better than the Zacks S&P 500 composite, though it has underperformed the broader Zacks Oil - Energy Sector over the past year.

The industry has gone up 27.5% over this period compared with the broader sector’s increase of nearly 32%. The S&P 500 has gained 20%.

One-Year Price Performance

Industry's Current Valuation Since oil and gas companies are debt-laden, it makes sense to value them based on the EV/EBITDA (Enterprise Value/ Earnings before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortization) ratio. This is because the valuation metric takes into account not just equity but also the level of debt. For capital-intensive companies, EV/EBITDA is a better valuation metric because it is not influenced by changing capital structures and ignores the effect of non-cash expenses.

On the basis of the trailing 12-month enterprise value-to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA), the industry is currently trading at 5.95X, significantly lower than the S&P 500’s 17.34X. It is also below the sector’s trailing 12-month EV/EBITDA of 7.14X.

Over the past five years, the industry has traded as high as 9.60X, as low as 2.33X, with a median of 4.17X.

Trailing 12-Month Enterprise Value-to EBITDA (EV/EBITDA) Ratio (Past Five Years)

3 Oil and Gas - International E&P Stocks to Watch Vermilion Energy: Vermilion Energy is a globally diversified producer with core assets in Canada’s Deep Basin and Montney, complemented by operations across Europe and Australia. This mix provides exposure to premium gas markets while keeping cash flows balanced and decline rates low. The Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) company prioritizes steady production, sustainable free cash flow and disciplined capital use.

You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

Recent updates highlight improving operations and a deep drilling inventory, though meaningful free cash flow growth is expected later in the decade. Canada now anchors production, supported by long-life assets and existing infrastructure, while European gas offers attractive economics and pricing upside. As leverage falls, Vermilion expects to increase buybacks and other return-of-capital measures over time.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 earnings of the company indicates 268.4% growth. Vermilion Energy’s shares have gained more than 51% in a year.

Price and Consensus: VET

Harbour Energy: It is one of the largest independent oil and gas exploration and production companies listed in London. Formed through the merger of Chrysaor and Premier Oil, and later expanded with the acquisition of Wintershall Dea, the company produces around 460–500 thousand barrels of oil-equivalent per day. Harbour Energy’s operations span Norway, the U.K., Argentina, North Africa and Mexico, giving it a broad and balanced global presence.

The Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company has grown through a series of acquisitions, supported by a focus on improving operations, reducing debt and returning cash to shareholders. Recent deals, including entry into the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, aim to strengthen cash flow and long-term growth. With strong scale now achieved, Harbour Energy is increasingly focused on improving returns and optimizing its portfolio.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 earnings of the company indicates 287.5% growth. Harbour Energy’s shares are up 56.6% in a year.

Price and Consensus: HBRIY

Kosmos Energy: Kosmos Energy is a deepwater exploration and production company with a balanced portfolio of oil and natural gas assets across proven basins. Its operations span offshore Ghana, Equatorial Guinea and the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, complemented by world-scale gas developments offshore Mauritania and Senegal. The company pursues a mix of long-cycle gas projects, meeting rising global demand and shorter-cycle oil opportunities that generate strong returns at current prices.

With a stable production base and strategic partnerships, Zacks Rank #3 Kosmos emphasizes disciplined growth, balance sheet resilience and sustainable cash generation. Recent milestones, including first gas at its flagship LNG project, have positioned the business to deliver meaningful free cash flow for years ahead. By combining infrastructure-led exploration with phased project development, Kosmos seeks to minimize risk, optimize costs and advance value creation while supporting the broader energy transition.

The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2026 earnings of the company indicates 46.6% growth. Kosmos Energy’s shares have edged up 2.2% in a year.

Price and Consensus: KOS
2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-03-20 01:32 4mo ago
Kosmos Energy Sees Unusually Large Options Volume (NYSE:KOS)
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Kosmos Energy Ltd. (NYSE: KOS - Get Free Report) saw some unusual options trading on Thursday. Investors purchased 16,738 call options on the company. This is an increase of 109% compared to the typical daily volume of 8,002 call options. Analyst Ratings Changes Several research firms have recently weighed in on KOS. Weiss Ratings reiterated a
2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-03-24 15:03 4mo ago
Director Loads Up With 3.2 Million Shares of Kosmos Energy
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Director Adebayo Ogunlesi reported an open-market purchase of 3,157,895 shares of Kosmos Energy (KOS 0.69%) for a transaction value of ~$6.0 million, according to a SEC Form 4 filing.

Transaction summaryMetricValueShares traded3,157,895Transaction value$6.0 millionPost-transaction shares (direct)4,974,184Post-transaction value (direct ownership)$12.0 millionTransaction value based on SEC Form 4 reported price ($1.90); post-transaction value based on March 10, 2026 market close ($2.41).

Key questionsHow does this purchase compare to Ogunlesi's prior trading activity in Kosmos Energy?
This is the first open-market purchase by Ogunlesi in at least the past three years; all previous Form 4 filings since June 2023 reflected only administrative updates with no net buying or selling.What proportion of his prior holdings does the transaction represent?
The purchase increased direct common stock holdings by 173.87%, taking his position from 1,816,289 to 4,974,184 shares, more than doubling his exposure to the company.Is there any indication of indirect or derivative participation in this transaction?
No; all shares were acquired for direct ownership, and the filing shows zero indirect holdings and no derivative security involvement.How does the transaction size relate to Ogunlesi’s current ownership and Kosmos Energy's total insider ownership?
Post-transaction, Ogunlesi’s direct holdings represent approximately 1.03% of total shares outstanding as of the latest available data, contributing materially to overall insider exposure in the company.Company overviewMetricValueRevenue (TTM)$1.29 billionNet income (TTM)-$699.79 millionDividend yield0.00%1-year price change4.48%* 1-year price change calculated as of March 10, 2026.

Company snapshotOffers deep-water oil and gas exploration and production, with principal assets offshore Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, and gas development projects offshore Mauritania and Senegal.Operates an independent exploration-led business model, generating revenue primarily from the sale of crude oil and natural gas produced from its offshore assets.Serves global energy markets as an independent oil and gas exploration and production company.Kosmos Energy is a Dallas-based independent oil and gas company specializing in deep-water exploration and production along the Atlantic Margins. The company leverages a focused asset portfolio and proven basin exploration strategy to drive growth and operational efficiency. Its competitive edge lies in technical expertise and access to high-potential offshore resources in underexplored regions.

What this transaction means for investorsThis is a sizable purchase and notable because the director hadn’t acquired company stock in the past three years.

The stock price has been skyrocketing this year, up about 198% year-to-date (YTD), and since March 10, the company’s stock price has jumped about 35% to its current $2.71 per share.

This comes at a time of rising oil prices, due in part to the war in Iran and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

However, it also occurred when Kosmos had a public offering of its common stock on March 10 at $1.90 per share, a significant discount to the approximately $2.00 per share price at the time. The offering was to raise money primarily for debt repayment.

In addition, in February, the government of Ghana extended its license to drill for oil there until 2040. Also, it sold assets in Equatorial Guinea to focus on its assets in Ghana and other locations. Further, the company guided for a significant increase in production in fiscal 2026.

The stock is trading at just 8 times forward earnings.

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2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-03-27 01:23 3mo ago
Kosmos Energy (NYSE:KOS) Shares Up 8.3% on Analyst Upgrade
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Kosmos Energy Ltd. (NYSE: KOS - Get Free Report) shares were up 8.3% during trading on Thursday after Johnson Rice upgraded the stock from an accumulate rating to a buy rating. Johnson Rice now has a $4.25 price target on the stock. Kosmos Energy traded as high as $2.93 and last traded at $2.88. Approximately 6,357,492
2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-04-04 03:49 3mo ago
Kosmos Energy (NYSE:KOS) Shares Gap Up – What’s Next?
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Shares of Kosmos Energy Ltd. (NYSE:KOS – Get Free Report) gapped up prior to trading on Thursday . The stock had previously closed at $2.69, but opened at $2.93. Kosmos Energy shares last traded at $2.98, with a volume of 5,678,729 shares traded.

Analysts Set New Price Targets A number of analysts recently weighed in on the stock. Mizuho lowered their price objective on shares of Kosmos Energy from $2.00 to $1.50 and set a “neutral” rating for the company in a research note on Friday, December 12th. Bank of America reiterated an “underperform” rating and set a $1.00 price objective (down from $3.40) on shares of Kosmos Energy in a research note on Friday, December 5th. Wall Street Zen raised Kosmos Energy from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Saturday. Weiss Ratings reissued a “sell (d-)” rating on shares of Kosmos Energy in a research report on Monday, December 29th. Finally, Johnson Rice raised shares of Kosmos Energy from an “accumulate” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $4.25 price objective on the stock in a research report on Wednesday, March 25th. Two analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, five have issued a Hold rating and two have assigned a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, Kosmos Energy has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus target price of $2.19.

View Our Latest Analysis on KOS

Kosmos Energy Price Performance The company has a quick ratio of 0.45, a current ratio of 0.75 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 5.53. The stock has a 50 day moving average price of $2.16 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $1.61. The firm has a market cap of $1.41 billion, a PE ratio of -2.01, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.44 and a beta of 0.65.

Kosmos Energy (NYSE:KOS – Get Free Report) last issued its earnings results on Saturday, February 14th. The oil and gas producer reported ($0.16) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. Kosmos Energy had a negative return on equity of 39.29% and a negative net margin of 54.18%.The firm had revenue of $294.62 million during the quarter. As a group, equities analysts expect that Kosmos Energy Ltd. will post 0.42 earnings per share for the current year.

Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, CFO Nealesh D. Shah acquired 157,894 shares of the stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, March 10th. The shares were bought at an average cost of $1.90 per share, for a total transaction of $299,998.60. Following the acquisition, the chief financial officer owned 1,863,061 shares in the company, valued at approximately $3,539,815.90. This represents a 9.26% increase in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, SVP Josh R. Marion sold 19,656 shares of Kosmos Energy stock in a transaction on Tuesday, February 3rd. The stock was sold at an average price of $1.37, for a total transaction of $26,928.72. Following the sale, the senior vice president directly owned 197,409 shares in the company, valued at approximately $270,450.33. This trade represents a 9.06% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. In the last quarter, insiders have bought 3,684,210 shares of company stock worth $6,999,999 and have sold 272,844 shares worth $377,592. 1.99% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows Institutional investors and hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the company. Captrust Financial Advisors grew its position in Kosmos Energy by 93.9% in the fourth quarter. Captrust Financial Advisors now owns 28,601 shares of the oil and gas producer’s stock worth $26,000 after acquiring an additional 13,854 shares during the period. Blueshift Asset Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of Kosmos Energy in the 2nd quarter valued at $27,000. Old Port Advisors purchased a new position in shares of Kosmos Energy during the 4th quarter worth approximately $27,000. Cibc World Markets Corp acquired a new stake in Kosmos Energy in the 4th quarter valued at approximately $28,000. Finally, Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio raised its position in Kosmos Energy by 35.7% in the fourth quarter. Public Employees Retirement System of Ohio now owns 42,577 shares of the oil and gas producer’s stock valued at $39,000 after purchasing an additional 11,209 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 95.33% of the company’s stock.

About Kosmos Energy (Get Free Report)

Kosmos Energy Ltd. is an independent oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Since its founding in 2003, the company has focused on identifying and developing hydrocarbon reserves in frontier and emerging basins around the world. Kosmos combines geological and geophysical expertise with a disciplined approach to acreage acquisition and partner selection to pursue high‐impact offshore exploration opportunities.

The company’s portfolio is anchored by assets in West Africa and the Gulf of Mexico.

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2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-04-06 02:38 3mo ago
Kosmos Energy Ltd. (NYSE:KOS) Given Average Recommendation of “Hold” by Brokerages
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Kosmos Energy Ltd. (NYSE:KOS – Get Free Report) has received a consensus recommendation of “Hold” from the nine ratings firms that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat.com reports. Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have issued a hold rating and two have assigned a buy rating to the company. The average 1 year price objective among brokerages that have issued a report on the stock in the last year is $2.1857.

Several brokerages have recently weighed in on KOS. Wall Street Zen upgraded Kosmos Energy from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday. The Goldman Sachs Group increased their price target on Kosmos Energy from $1.75 to $2.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Friday, January 30th. Mizuho reduced their price objective on Kosmos Energy from $2.00 to $1.50 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research report on Friday, December 12th. Johnson Rice raised Kosmos Energy from an “accumulate” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $4.25 price objective on the stock in a research note on Wednesday, March 25th. Finally, Weiss Ratings restated a “sell (d-)” rating on shares of Kosmos Energy in a report on Monday, December 29th.

Read Our Latest Research Report on KOS

Kosmos Energy Trading Up 0.3% Shares of KOS opened at $2.93 on Monday. The stock has a market cap of $1.41 billion, a PE ratio of -2.01, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.44 and a beta of 0.65. Kosmos Energy has a 52-week low of $0.84 and a 52-week high of $3.02. The firm’s fifty day moving average is $2.16 and its two-hundred day moving average is $1.61. The company has a quick ratio of 0.45, a current ratio of 0.75 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 5.53.

Kosmos Energy (NYSE:KOS – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Saturday, February 14th. The oil and gas producer reported ($0.16) earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter. The business had revenue of $294.62 million for the quarter. Kosmos Energy had a negative net margin of 54.18% and a negative return on equity of 39.29%. Research analysts forecast that Kosmos Energy will post 0.42 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

Insider Activity In other news, CFO Nealesh D. Shah purchased 157,894 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, March 10th. The shares were purchased at an average price of $1.90 per share, with a total value of $299,998.60. Following the transaction, the chief financial officer owned 1,863,061 shares in the company, valued at $3,539,815.90. The trade was a 9.26% increase in their position. The acquisition was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this hyperlink. Also, CEO Andrew G. Inglis acquired 315,790 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, March 10th. The stock was purchased at an average cost of $1.90 per share, with a total value of $600,001.00. Following the acquisition, the chief executive officer directly owned 4,542,807 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $8,631,333.30. This trade represents a 7.47% increase in their position. The SEC filing for this purchase provides additional information. In the last 90 days, insiders have acquired 3,684,210 shares of company stock worth $6,999,999 and have sold 272,844 shares worth $377,592. 1.99% of the stock is owned by insiders.

Institutional Trading of Kosmos Energy Several hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in KOS. AQR Capital Management LLC lifted its holdings in Kosmos Energy by 56.7% in the first quarter. AQR Capital Management LLC now owns 387,739 shares of the oil and gas producer’s stock valued at $884,000 after acquiring an additional 140,261 shares during the last quarter. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. increased its stake in Kosmos Energy by 4.5% during the first quarter. MIRAE ASSET GLOBAL ETFS HOLDINGS Ltd. now owns 278,082 shares of the oil and gas producer’s stock worth $634,000 after acquiring an additional 12,045 shares during the last quarter. UBS AM A Distinct Business Unit of UBS Asset Management Americas LLC increased its stake in Kosmos Energy by 21.1% during the first quarter. UBS AM A Distinct Business Unit of UBS Asset Management Americas LLC now owns 2,541,006 shares of the oil and gas producer’s stock worth $5,793,000 after acquiring an additional 443,384 shares during the last quarter. Strs Ohio purchased a new stake in Kosmos Energy in the first quarter valued at $120,000. Finally, Rhumbline Advisers raised its position in Kosmos Energy by 7.9% in the second quarter. Rhumbline Advisers now owns 718,954 shares of the oil and gas producer’s stock valued at $1,237,000 after purchasing an additional 52,750 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 95.33% of the company’s stock.

About Kosmos Energy (Get Free Report)

Kosmos Energy Ltd. is an independent oil and gas exploration and production company headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Since its founding in 2003, the company has focused on identifying and developing hydrocarbon reserves in frontier and emerging basins around the world. Kosmos combines geological and geophysical expertise with a disciplined approach to acreage acquisition and partner selection to pursue high‐impact offshore exploration opportunities.

The company’s portfolio is anchored by assets in West Africa and the Gulf of Mexico.

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Stock Market Today, April 6: Kosmos Energy Rises to 52-Week High as Shares Outpace Analyst Targets
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Kosmos Energy (KOS 0.69%), deepwater Atlantic oil and gas producer, closed Monday at $3.10, up 6.36%. The stock advanced after multiple reports highlighted new 52-week highs and reiterated neutral analyst views. Investors are watching whether recent gains can be sustained given mixed fundamentals and high leverage.

The company’s trading volume reached 37.6 million shares, which is about 39% above compared with its three-month average of 27 million shares. Kosmos Energy IPO'd in 2011 and is down 90% since its IPO.

How the markets moved todayThe S&P 500 (^GSPC +0.50%) added 0.44% to finish Monday at 6,611.83, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC +0.31%) gained 0.54% to close at 21,996. Among oil, gas & consumable fuels producers, peer Apa (APA +0.65%) closed at $43.02, rising 2.33% as energy stocks tracked supportive sector sentiment.

What this means for investorsKosmos Energy shares climbed to a new 52-week high near $3.05 on strong trading volume, moving well above the average analyst price target of about $2.19. This rise happened even though BofA still rates the stock as Underperform and most analysts remain neutral. The gap between the stock’s momentum and expectations stands out for the company focused on deepwater oil production in the Atlantic.

The rally is driven by forecasts of about a 30% free cash flow yield in 2026 and the company’s goals for more production, lower costs, and less debt, all linked to better output and efficiency in its offshore projects. Investors are watching to see if Kosmos’s offshore production gains will turn into steady free cash flow at current oil prices, which would help the company reduce its debt levels. Otherwise, the stock rally could get ahead of a balance sheet that is still exposed to execution risk and commodity price volatility.

Eric Trie has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.
2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-04-13 13:57 3mo ago
Kosmos Energy: An O&G Company Still Priced For Disaster After A 180% Rally
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Kosmos Energy is a midcap offshore oil and gas company with operations off Africa and in the Gulf of America. KOS experienced an 60% drawdown due to high leverage and persistent negative cash flow generation. I analyze the company's financial backstory to understand the drivers behind its current distressed position.
2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-04-15 02:00 3mo ago
Kosmos Energy to Host First Quarter 2026 Results and Webcast on May 5, 2026
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April 15, 2026 02:00 ET  | Source: Kosmos Energy, LLC

DALLAS, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kosmos Energy (NYSE/LSE: KOS) announced today the following schedule for its first quarter 2026 results:

Earnings Release: Tuesday, May 5, 2026, pre-UK market open via Notified, Regulatory News Service, and the Company’s website at www.kosmosenergy.com.Conference Call: Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. ET. The call will be available via telephone and webcast. Dial-in telephone numbers:
Toll Free: 1-800-715-9871
Toll/International: 1-646-307-1963
UK Toll Free: 0800 260 6466

Webcast:
investors.kosmosenergy.com 

Webcast Conference Call Replay: A replay of the webcast will be available at investors.kosmosenergy.com for approximately 90 days following the event.
About Kosmos Energy

Kosmos Energy is a leading deepwater exploration and production company focused on meeting the world’s growing demand for energy. We have diversified oil and gas production from assets offshore Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Mauritania, Senegal and the Gulf of America. Additionally, in the proven basins where we operate we are advancing high-quality development opportunities, which have come from our exploration success. Kosmos is listed on the NYSE and LSE and is traded under the ticker symbol KOS.

As an ethical and transparent company, Kosmos is committed to doing things the right way. The Company’s Business Principles articulate our commitment to transparency, ethics, human rights, safety and the environment. Read more about this commitment in the Kosmos Sustainability Report. For additional information, visit   www.kosmosenergy.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that Kosmos expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Kosmos’ estimates and forward-looking statements are mainly based on its current expectations and estimates of future events and trends, which affect or may affect its businesses and operations. Although Kosmos believes that these estimates and forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, they are subject to several risks and uncertainties and are made in light of information currently available to Kosmos. When used in this press release, the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “intend,” “expect,” “plan,” “will” or other similar words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to a number of assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of Kosmos, which may cause actual results to differ materially from those implied or expressed by the forward-looking statements. Further information on such assumptions, risks and uncertainties is available in Kosmos’ Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filings. Kosmos undertakes no obligation and does not intend to update or correct these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release, except as required by applicable law. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

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2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-05-05 02:00 2mo ago
Kosmos Energy Announces First Quarter 2026 Results
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DALLAS, May 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kosmos Energy Ltd. (“Kosmos” or the “Company”) (NYSE/LSE: KOS) announced today its financial and operating results for the first quarter of 2026. For the quarter, the Company generated a net loss of $226 million, or $0.45 per diluted share. When adjusted for certain items that impact the comparability of results, the Company generated an adjusted net loss(1) of $36 million, or $0.07 per diluted share for the first quarter of 2026.

FIRST QUARTER 2026 AND POST QUARTER END HIGHLIGHTS

Net Production(2): ~74,800 barrels of oil equivalent per day (boepd), up ~25% versus first quarter 2025Revenues: $371 million, or $55.81 per boe (excluding the impact of derivative cash settlements) Production expense: $131 million (or $19.66 per boe), down ~22% versus first quarter 2025 (~$167 million)Capital expenditures: $91 million Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gross production averaged ~2.85 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) for the first quarter, in excess of the floating LNG nameplate capacity (2.7 mtpa) Kosmos successfully completed a $350 million senior secured bond offering in the Nordic marketKosmos successfully completed an equity raise of approximately $200 million with the proceeds used to accelerate debt paydownKosmos announced the sale of its interest in the Ceiba Field and Okume Complex in Equatorial Guinea, for up to ~$220 millionThe TEN partnership finalized the acquisition of the TEN FPSO, which is expected to result in a material reduction in operating expensesKosmos took final investment decision for the operated Tiberius project in the Gulf of America Commenting on the Company’s first quarter 2026 performance, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Andrew G. Inglis said: “Earlier this year, we set four goals for 2026: increase production from our core assets; lower costs; reduce debt; and advance our high‑quality growth portfolio with minimal capital. We are delivering strongly on all four of these goals.

“In the first quarter, Kosmos achieved record daily and quarterly production, driven by GTA fully ramped up and new wells at Jubilee. Operating costs were ~22% lower year-on-year and we reduced net debt(1) by ~7% versus year‑end 2025. With this ongoing momentum, we have raised our full‑year debt reduction target from 10% to ~20%.

“We continue to maintain our capital discipline while we progress our quality growth options. We took final investment decision on the Tiberius development, entered into a strategic exploration alliance with Shell in the Gulf of America, and are moving forward on GTA Phase 1+ expansion.

“With oil prices higher, our goals are unchanged. We will direct excess free cash flow toward accelerated debt reduction and further strengthening the balance sheet. Our exposure to premium international oil markets positions Kosmos to capture value from current market dislocations and reinforces our confidence in the path ahead.”

FINANCIAL UPDATE

In January 2026, Kosmos successfully completed a $350 million senior secured bond offering in the Nordic market with proceeds used to repurchase ~$250 million of the Company's 2027 senior unsecured notes and to repay $100 million of borrowings under the reserve-based lending facility (RBL).

In March, Kosmos successfully raised approximately $200 million of equity with the proceeds used to accelerate debt repayment.

In April, Kosmos completed its spring RBL re-determination with the borrowing base reduced to approximately $1.25 billion. Post the sale of the Company's production assets in Equatorial Guinea, expected around midyear 2026, the borrowing base will reduce to approximately $1.2 billion,

Kosmos has growing exposure to higher near-term oil prices, with realizations and free cash flow expected to rise in the second quarter, taking account of the lag effect between sales and benchmark prices. In the second quarter so far, we have seen record pricing and record differentials for production priced off premium international benchmarks such as Dated Brent in Ghana.

Kosmos has taken advantage of a higher forward price curve to add further hedges for 2027. The company has 5.7 million barrels of oil hedged for the remainder of 2026 with an average floor of approximately $66/barrel and a further 4.0 million barrels hedged in 2027 with a floor of approximately $65/barrel.

Net capital expenditure for the first quarter of 2026 was $91 million, in line with guidance. Full year 2026 capital expenditure guidance of $350 million is unchanged.

The Company generated net cash provided by operating activities of approximately $107 million and free cash flow(1) of approximately $14 million. Kosmos exited the first quarter of 2026 with approximately $2.8 billion of net debt(1) and liquidity of approximately $488 million.

OPERATIONAL UPDATE

Production

Total net production(2) in the first quarter of 2026 averaged approximately 74,800 boepd, a record quarterly high for Kosmos, up ~25% versus first quarter 2025. The increase was largely driven by the ramp up at GTA and new wells coming online at Jubilee. Sales for the first quarter 2026 were approximately 73,800 boepd.

The Company exited the quarter in a net underlift position of approximately 1.3 mmboe.

Mauritania and Senegal

GTA Phase 1 production averaged approximately 17,000 boepd net during the quarter, or 2.85 mtpa of LNG equivalent gross as the project continued to produce above the floating LNG vessel's nameplate capacity (2.7 mtpa), benefiting from cooler seasonal temperatures. The partnership lifted 9.5 gross LNG cargos in the first quarter, in line with guidance. Full year guidance of 32-36 gross LNG cargos remains unchanged. One condensate cargo was lifted by BP in the first quarter. The second and third condensate cargos in 2026 are expected to be lifted by Kosmos and the national oil companies of Mauritania and Senegal.

Lowering operating costs for GTA Phase 1 remains a priority for the partnership in 2026 with net operating costs per boe on track to fall by more than 50% year-on-year with scope for further reductions in 2027 and beyond.

With Phase 1 production fully ramped up and performing well, the partnership is now focusing on future production growth through Phase 1+, which fully utilizes the existing infrastructure for sales to the domestic markets in Senegal and Mauritania. Heads of terms for domestic gas sales are expected in 2026. In addition, Senegal has begun construction of an onshore power plant near Saint Louis and is expected to commence construction of the gas pipeline network around the midyear, which will transport gas from the GTA hub terminal to shore for domestic power generation.

Ghana

Production in Ghana averaged approximately 35,400 boepd net in the first quarter of 2026, which included gas production of approximately 6,900 boepd. Kosmos lifted three cargos from Ghana during the quarter, in line with guidance.

At Jubilee (38.6% working interest), oil production in the first quarter averaged approximately 70,000 bopd gross. The J74 well came online in early 2026 followed by the J75 well at the end of the quarter. Both wells are performing in line with expectations.

The next well in the campaign (J76) has been drilled and the completion is about to commence. Two additional producer wells (J77 and J50) have also been drilled and will be completed shortly after J76. As the operator recently communicated, all three producer wells are expected online in June and July and Kosmos expects an aggregate contribution from these wells of around 20,000 bopd gross. A water injection well will conclude the drilling campaign and is expected online at the end of the third quarter.

At TEN (20.4% working interest), oil production averaged approximately 14,900 bopd gross for the first quarter, in line with expectations. In February 2026, the TEN partnership finalized a sale and purchase agreement to acquire the TEN FPSO at the end of its current lease. Signing the agreement is expected to significantly reduce TEN operating costs and positively impact leverage in 2026 and beyond.

Also in February, the Ghanaian parliament formally ratified the license extensions for the West Cape Three Points and Deepwater Tano Petroleum Agreements, which cover the Jubilee and TEN fields, following government approval of the extensions in December. The licenses now extend to 2040. With an extended license period, the partnership is aligned on securing a rig for the 2027/2028 drilling campaign, which is expected to include up to ten wells and start in mid-2027.

Gulf of America

Production in the Gulf of America averaged approximately 16,800 boepd net (~84% oil) during the first quarter, in line with guidance, with strong performance from the Kosmos-operated Odd Job and Kodiak fields. Early in the second quarter, the Winterfell-2 well was shut in pending future intervention.

On Tiberius, in the outboard Wilcox play, Kosmos (operator, 50% working interest) took final investment decision with our partner Occidental (50% working interest) in March. The project targets first oil in the second half of 2028, with long-lead items already secured and most of the capital expected in 2027 and 2028. A farm down to reduce Kosmos’ working interest to ~33% has now commenced and is expected to close later this year.

As previously announced, Kosmos deepened its inventory of future opportunities for its infrastructure-led exploration (ILX) strategy in the Gulf of America, entering into a strategic alliance with Shell in February in the Norphlet trend. Shell and Kosmos now have alignment over ten blocks in the Gulf of America to explore multiple high-potential prospects, including Trailblazer, a prospect with significant potential (~200 mmboe gross). In the event of success, it could be tied back into Shell's nearby Appomattox platform. Drilling of Trailblazer is planned for the first half of 2027 with Kosmos designated as development operator.

Equatorial Guinea

Production in Equatorial Guinea averaged approximately 16,000 bopd gross and 5,600 bopd net in the first quarter. Kosmos lifted 0.4 cargos from Equatorial Guinea during the quarter in line with guidance.

In February, Kosmos announced that it entered into an agreement to sell its 40.375% non-operating working interest in the Ceiba Field and Okume Complex production assets to Panoro Energy for up to $220 million. Proceeds will be used to reduce borrowings outstanding under the RBL. The transaction has been approved by the Government of Equatorial Guinea and is expected to close around midyear 2026, subject to customary CEMAC approval.

(1) A Non-GAAP measure, see attached reconciliation of non-GAAP measure. Net debt excludes $80.1 million TEN FPSO finance lease liability. For purposes of the debt cover ratio calculation under the RBL Facility, the finance lease liability is included in net debt.
(2) Production means net entitlement volumes. In Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, and Mauritania and Senegal this means those volumes net to Kosmos' working interest or participating interest and net of royalty or production sharing contract effect. In the Gulf of America, this means those volumes net to Kosmos' working interest and net of royalty.

Conference Call and Webcast Information

Kosmos will host a conference call and webcast to discuss first quarter 2026 financial and operating results today, May 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Central time (11:00 a.m. Eastern time). The live webcast of the event can be accessed on the Investors page of Kosmos’ website at http://investors.kosmosenergy.com/investor-events. The dial-in telephone number for the call is +1-800-715-9871. Callers in the United Kingdom should call 0800 260 6466. Callers outside the United States should dial +1-646-307-1963. A replay of the webcast will be available on the Investors page of Kosmos’ website for approximately 90 days following the event.

About Kosmos Energy

Kosmos Energy is a leading deepwater exploration and production company focused on meeting the world’s growing demand for energy. We have diversified oil and gas production from assets offshore Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Mauritania, Senegal and the Gulf of America. Additionally, in the proven basins where we operate we are advancing high-quality development opportunities, which have come from our exploration success. Kosmos is listed on the NYSE and LSE and is traded under the ticker symbol KOS. As an ethical and transparent company, Kosmos is committed to doing things the right way. The Company’s Business Principles articulate our commitment to transparency, ethics, human rights, safety and the environment. Read more about this commitment in the Kosmos Sustainability Report. For additional information, visit www.kosmosenergy.com.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

EBITDAX, Adjusted net income (loss), Adjusted net income (loss) per share, free cash flow, and net debt are supplemental non-GAAP financial measures used by management and external users of the Company's consolidated financial statements, such as industry analysts, investors, lenders and rating agencies. The Company defines EBITDAX as Net income (loss) plus (i) exploration expense, (ii) depletion, depreciation and amortization expense, (iii) equity based compensation expense, (iv) unrealized (gain) loss on commodity derivatives (realized losses are deducted and realized gains are added back), (v) (gain) loss on sale of oil and gas properties, (vi) interest (income) expense, (vii) income taxes, (viii) debt modifications and extinguishments, (ix) doubtful accounts expense and (x) similar other material items which management believes affect the comparability of operating results. The Company defines Adjusted net income (loss) as Net income (loss) adjusted for certain items that impact the comparability of results. The Company defines free cash flow as net cash provided by operating activities less Oil and gas assets, Other property, and certain other items that may affect the comparability of results and excludes non-recurring activity such as acquisitions, divestitures and National Oil Company ("NOC") financing. NOC financing refers to the amounts funded by Kosmos under the Carry Advance Agreements that the Company has in place with the national oil companies of each of Mauritania and Senegal related to the financing of the respective national oil companies’ share of certain development costs at Greater Tortue Ahmeyim. The Company defines net debt as total long-term debt less cash and cash equivalents and total restricted cash.

We believe that EBITDAX, Adjusted net income (loss), Adjusted net income (loss) per share, free cash flow, Net debt and other similar measures are useful to investors because they are frequently used by securities analysts, investors and other interested parties in the evaluation of companies in the oil and gas sector and will provide investors with a useful tool for assessing the comparability between periods, among securities analysts, as well as company by company. EBITDAX, Adjusted net income (loss), Adjusted net income (loss) per share, free cash flow, and net debt as presented by us may not be comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies.

This release also contains certain forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures, including free cash flow. Due to the forward-looking nature of the aforementioned non-GAAP financial measures, management cannot reliably or reasonably predict certain of the necessary components of the most directly comparable forward-looking GAAP measures, such as future impairments and future changes in working capital. Accordingly, we are unable to present a quantitative reconciliation of such forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures to their most directly comparable forward-looking GAAP financial measures. Amounts excluded from these non-GAAP measures in future periods could be significant.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included in this press release that address activities, events or developments that Kosmos expects, believes or anticipates will or may occur in the future are forward-looking statements. Kosmos’ estimates and forward-looking statements are mainly based on its current expectations and estimates of future events and trends, which affect or may affect its businesses and operations. Although Kosmos believes that these estimates and forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, they are subject to several risks and uncertainties and are made in light of information currently available to Kosmos. When used in this press release, the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “intend,” “expect,” “plan,” “will” or other similar words are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to a number of assumptions, risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of Kosmos, which may cause actual results to differ materially from those implied or expressed by the forward-looking statements. Further information on such assumptions, risks and uncertainties is available in Kosmos’ Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filings. Kosmos undertakes no obligation and does not intend to update or correct these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release, except as required by applicable law. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. All forward-looking statements are qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement.

Kosmos Energy Ltd.
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(In thousands, except per share amounts, unaudited)
   Three Months Ended  March 31,   2026   2025 Revenues and other income:    Oil and gas revenue $370,728  $290,135 Other income, net  169   296 Total revenues and other income  370,897   290,431      Costs and expenses:    Oil and gas production  130,595   167,308 Exploration expenses  19,744   9,669 General and administrative  27,710   26,255 Depletion, depreciation and amortization  119,873   120,667 Interest and other financing costs, net  58,802   51,842 Derivatives, net  251,996   6,732 Other expenses, net  3,264   1,989 Total costs and expenses  611,984   384,462      Loss before income taxes  (241,087)  (94,031)Income tax expense (benefit)  (15,513)  16,575 Net loss $(225,574) $(110,606)     Net loss per share:    Basic $(0.45) $(0.23)Diluted $(0.45) $(0.23)          Weighted average number of shares used to compute net loss per share:    Basic  506,198   475,681 Diluted  506,198   475,681   Kosmos Energy Ltd.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands, unaudited)
   March 31, December 31,  2026
 2025
Assets    Current assets:    Cash and cash equivalents $129,957 $91,518Receivables, net  110,510  103,472Assets held for sale  18,707  —Other current assets  194,268  232,884Total current assets  453,442  427,874     Property and equipment, net  3,367,489  3,733,784Non-current assets held for sale  408,895  —Other non-current assets  553,616  534,968Total assets $4,783,442 $4,696,626     Liabilities and stockholders’ equity    Current liabilities:    Accounts payable $194,969 $202,555Accrued liabilities  332,078  237,609Current maturities of long-term debt  30,220  132,143Liabilities held for sale  43,544  —Other current liabilities  156,243  —Total current liabilities  757,054  572,307     Long-term liabilities:    Long-term debt, net  2,866,043  2,920,616Deferred tax liabilities  134,750  305,924Long-term liabilities held for sale  260,601  —Other non-current liabilities  249,885  369,189Total long-term liabilities  3,511,279  3,595,729     Total stockholders’ equity  515,109  528,590Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity $4,783,442 $4,696,626  Kosmos Energy Ltd.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow
(In thousands, unaudited)
   Three Months Ended  March 31,   2026   2025 Operating activities:    Net loss $(225,574) $(110,606)Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:    Depletion, depreciation and amortization (including deferred financing costs)  122,465   122,551 Deferred income taxes  (49,013)  1,811 Unsuccessful well costs and leasehold impairments  14,541   1,903 Change in fair value of derivatives  302,976   7,586 Cash settlements on derivatives, net(1)  (81,321)  494 Equity-based compensation  5,950   8,361 Debt modifications and extinguishments  (1,217)  — Other  (7,561)  (5,597)Changes in assets and liabilities:    Net changes in working capital  25,310   (27,391)Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities  106,556   (888)     Investing activities    Oil and gas assets  (87,047)  (90,245)Notes receivable and other investing activities  (11,598)  (44,048)Net cash used in investing activities  (98,645)  (134,293)     Financing activities:    Borrowings under long-term debt  124,167   100,000 Payments on long-term debt  (277,738)  — Net proceeds from issuance of senior notes and bonds  350,000   — Repurchase and redemption of senior notes  (346,984)  — Net proceeds from issuance of common stock  206,440   — Payments on finance lease  (5,262)  — Other financing costs  (7,731)  — Net cash provided by financing activities  42,892   100,000      Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash  50,803   (35,181)Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period  117,744   85,277 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period(2) $168,547  $50,096  (1) Cash settlements on commodity hedges were $(30.3) million and $(1.8) million for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively.

(2) Includes cash reported within current assets held for sale on the Consolidated Balance Sheets relating to the Ceiba and Okume Complex located in Block G offshore Equatorial Guinea cash held for sale.

Kosmos Energy Ltd.
EBITDAX
(In thousands, unaudited)  Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended March 31, 2026 March 31, 2025 March 31, 2026Net loss$(225,574) $(110,606) $(814,754)Exploration expenses 19,744   9,669   233,691 Depletion, depreciation and amortization 119,873   120,667   555,980 Impairment of long-lived assets —   —   177,563 Equity-based compensation 5,950   8,361   25,542 Derivatives, net 251,996   6,732   191,599 Cash settlements on commodity derivatives (30,341)  (1,751)  (18,197)Other expenses, net(1) 3,263   1,989   14,766 Gain on sale of assets —   —   (2,200)Interest and other financing costs, net 58,802   51,842   230,390 Income tax expense (benefit) (15,513)  16,575   33,117 EBITDAX$188,200  $103,478  $627,497 Pro Forma Adjustment - TEN FPSO Lease(1) —   —   47,421 Pro Forma EBITDAX 188,200   103,478   674,918 EBITDAX - M|S (5,784)  (57,932)  (77,333)Pro Forma EBITDAX - Base Business$193,984  $161,410  $752,251  (1) Adjustment to present Pro Forma EBITDAX for the impact to operational expense for the periods presented resulting from executing the TEN FPSO finance lease transaction.

The following table presents our net debt as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025:

  March 31, December 31,  2026
 2025
Total long-term debt $2,946,876 $3,100,274Cash and cash equivalents  129,957  91,518Cash included in assets held for sale  7,960  —Total restricted cash  30,630  26,226Net debt(1) $2,778,329 $2,982,530 (1) Excludes $80.1 million TEN FPSO finance lease liability.

Kosmos Energy Ltd.
Adjusted Net Income (Loss)
(In thousands, except per share amounts, unaudited)
  Three Months Ended March 31,  2026   2025 Net loss$(225,574) $(110,606)    Derivatives, net 251,996   6,732 Cash settlements on commodity derivatives (30,341)  (1,751)Other, net(2) 3,259   1,664 Write-off of leasehold costs 13,181   — Debt modifications and extinguishments (1,217)  — Total selected items before tax 236,878   6,645     Income tax (expense) benefit on adjustments(1) (46,926)  (1,465)Adjusted net income (loss)$(35,622)  (105,426)    Net loss per diluted share$(0.45) $(0.23)    Derivatives, net 0.50   0.01 Cash settlements on commodity derivatives (0.06)  — Write-off of leasehold costs 0.03   — Total selected items before tax 0.47   0.01     Income tax (expense) benefit on adjustments(1) (0.09)  — Adjusted net income (loss) per diluted share$(0.07) $(0.22)    Weighted average number of diluted shares 506,198   475,681  (1) Income tax expense is calculated at the statutory rate in which such item(s) reside. Statutory rates for the U.S., Equatorial Guinea and Ghana are 21%, 25% and 35%, respectively.

Kosmos Energy Ltd.
Free Cash Flow
(In thousands, unaudited)
  Three Months Ended March 31,  2026   2025 Reconciliation of free cash flow:   Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities$106,556  $(888)Net cash used for oil and gas assets (87,047)  (90,245)Payments on finance lease (5,262)  — Free cash flow 14,247   (91,133)Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities - M|S (4,400)  14,971 Net cash used for oil and gas assets - M|S (1,714)  (49,943)Base business free cash flow$20,361  $(56,161)Kosmos Energy Ltd.
Operational Summary
(In thousands, except barrel and per barrel data, unaudited)
  Three Months Ended  March 31,   2026   2025  Net Volume Sold    Oil (MMBbl) 4.414   3.659  Gas (MMcf) 12.749 (1)
 4.172 (1)
NGL (MMBbl) 0.104   0.091  Total (MMBoe) 6.643   4.445  Total (MBoepd) 73.809   49.393       Revenue    Oil sales$297,011  $270,405  Gas sales 72,104   17,629  NGL sales 1,613   2,101  Total oil and gas revenue 370,728   290,135  Cash settlements on commodity derivatives (30,341)  (1,751) Realized revenue$340,387  $288,384            Oil and Gas Production Costs$130,595 (1)
$167,308 (1)
     Sales per Bbl/Mcf/Boe    Average oil sales price per Bbl$67.29  $73.90  Average gas sales price per Mcf 5.66   4.23  Average NGL sales price per Bbl 15.51   23.09  Average total sales price per Boe 55.81   65.27  Cash settlements on commodity derivatives per Boe (4.57)  (0.39) Realized revenue per Boe 51.24   64.87       Oil and gas production costs per Boe$19.66  $37.64  Oil and gas production costs per Boe ex. M/S (1)$14.24  $24.99   (1) Includes $55.3 million and $58.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025, respectively, of oil and gas production costs related to the LNG production at the GTA Phase 1 project in Mauritania and Senegal. GTA Phase 1 project LNG sales volumes for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025 were 1.357 MMboe and 0.1 MMboe, respectively. First LNG was achieved in February 2025 and the first LNG cargo was successfully completed in April 2025.

Kosmos was underlifted by approximately 1.3 million barrels of oil equivalent (mmboe) as of March 31, 2026.

Kosmos Energy Ltd.
Hedging Summary
As of March 31, 2026(1)
(Unaudited)
       Weighted Average Price per Bbl             Index MBbl Floor(2) Sold Put Ceiling2026:          Two-way collars 1H26 Dated Brent 500 $60.00 — $74.75Three-way collars FY26 Dated Brent 1,500  60.00 50.00  75.51Swaps 1H26 Dated Brent 500  72.90 —  —Swaps FY26 Dated Brent 2,250  70.62 —  —Swaps FY26 WTI 1,000  64.83 —  —2027:          Three-way collars 1H27 Dated Brent 2,000  70.00 55.00  85.00Three-way collars FY27 Dated Brent 2,000  60.00 47.50  75.00 (1) Please see the Company’s filed 10-K for additional disclosure on hedging material. Includes hedging position as of March 31, 2026 and hedges put in place through filing date.
(2) “Floor” represents floor price for collars and strike price for purchased puts.

Note: Excludes 0.6 MMBbls of Dated Brent sold calls with a strike price of $100.00 per Bbl, 0.7 MMBbls of Dated Brent sold calls with a strike price of $80.00 per Bbl and 1.5 MMBbls of Dated Brent sold puts with a strike price of $55.00 in 2026. Excludes 1.0 MMBbls of WTI sold puts with a strike price of $50.00 in 2026.

2026 Guidance
  2Q 2026FY 2026   Production(1,2,3)70,000 - 74,000 boe per day70,000 - 78,000 boe per day   Opex$25.00 - $28.00 per boe$20.00 - $22.00 per boe   DD&A$15.50 - $17.50 per boe$18.00 - $20.00 per boe   G&A(~65% cash)$20-$25 million~$75 million   Exploration Expense(4)~$5 million$10 - $30 million   Net Interest Expense$55 - $65 million$230 - $250 million   Tax$10.00 - $13.00 per boe$5.00 - $7.00 per boe   Capital Expenditure$100 - $125 million~$350 million Note: Ghana / Equatorial Guinea / Mauritania & Senegal revenue calculated by number of cargos. All guidance includes Equatorial Guinea assets. Revised guidance to be issued post the closing of transaction. Guidance includes Equatorial Guinea contribution of approximately 6,000 boepd of production, operating costs of $45-55/barrel and ~$15 million of capital expenditures.

(1) 2Q 2026 net cargo forecast – Ghana: 3-4 cargos / Equatorial Guinea: 0.4 cargo. FY 2026 Ghana: 12-13 cargos / Equatorial Guinea 2-3 cargos. Average cargo sizes 950,000 barrels of oil.
(2) 2Q 2026 gross cargo forecast - Mauritania & Senegal: 8-9 cargos. FY 2026: 32-36 cargos. Average cargo size ~170,000 m3 with Kosmos NRI of ~24%. Kosmos expects 0.3 net condensate cargos in 2Q26
(3) Gulf of America Production: 2Q 2026 forecast 14,000 - 16,000 boe per day. FY 2026: 15,000-17,000 boe per day. Oil/Gas/NGL split for 2026: ~83%/~11%/~6%.
(4) Excludes leasehold impairments and dry hole costs.

Source: Kosmos Energy Ltd.

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2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
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Kosmos Energy Ltd. (KOS) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
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2026-06-12 20:58 1mo ago
2026-05-06 13:01 2mo ago
Kosmos Energy (KOS) Upgraded to Buy: What Does It Mean for the Stock?
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Investors might want to bet on Kosmos Energy (KOS - Free Report) , as it has been recently upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). This upgrade is essentially a reflection of an upward trend in earnings estimates -- one of the most powerful forces impacting stock prices.

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Therefore, the Zacks rating upgrade for Kosmos Energy basically reflects positivity about its earnings outlook that could translate into buying pressure and an increase in its stock price.

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Fundamentally speaking, rising earnings estimates and the consequent rating upgrade for Kosmos Energy imply an improvement in the company's underlying business. Investors should show their appreciation for this improving business trend by pushing the stock higher.

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Earnings Estimate Revisions for Kosmos EnergyThis independent oil and gas company is expected to earn $0.24 per share for the fiscal year ending December 2026, which represents no year-over-year change.

Analysts have been steadily raising their estimates for Kosmos Energy. Over the past three months, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the company has increased 161.5%.

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The upgrade of Kosmos Energy to a Zacks Rank #2 positions it in the top 20% of the Zacks-covered stocks in terms of estimate revisions, implying that the stock might move higher in the near term.
2026-06-12 20:57 1mo ago
2026-05-07 20:31 2mo ago
Jeremy Grantham Reduces Stake in Kosmos Energy Ltd
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On March 31, 2026, Jeremy Grantham (Trades, Portfolio) executed a significant reduction in holdings of Kosmos Energy Ltd KOS . The transaction involved a decrease of 16,496,599 shares, representing a 47.40% reduction in Grantham's position in the company. This strategic move has drawn attention from investors and analysts, given Grantham's reputation for astute market predictions and investment strategies. The shares were traded at a price of $2.78, impacting Grantham's portfolio by -0.12%. Post-transaction, Grantham holds 18,307,718 shares, which constitute 3.16% of the total holdings in Kosmos Energy Ltd.

Jeremy Grantham (Trades, Portfolio): A Profile of Investment Acumen Jeremy Grantham (Trades, Portfolio) is the Chairman of Grantham Mayo van Otterloo (GMO) LLC, a Boston-based asset management firm. Known for identifying speculative market bubbles, Grantham has a reputation for steering clients away from impending market crashes. Over his long career, Grantham has built a reputation for correctly identifying market bubbles and avoiding investments in overvalued sectors. His top holdings include Apple Inc AAPL , Meta Platforms Inc META , Alphabet Inc GOOGL , Lam Research Corp LRCX , and Microsoft Corp MSFT , with a total equity of $39.12 billion. The firm's top sectors are Technology and Healthcare.

Understanding Kosmos Energy Ltd Kosmos Energy Ltd is a deepwater exploration and production company with operations in Ghana, Equatorial Guinea, Mauritania, Senegal, and the Gulf of America. The company has a market capitalization of $1.72 billion and is currently trading at $2.89 per share. Despite a year-to-date price increase of 223.7%, the stock has a poor GF Score of 66/100, suggesting limited future performance potential. The stock is modestly undervalued with a GF Value of $3.64, indicating a price to GF Value ratio of 0.79.

Financial Metrics and Valuation Kosmos Energy Ltd's financial metrics reveal some challenges. The company has a Balance Sheet Rank of 3/10 and a Profitability Rank of 4/10. Over the past three years, the company has experienced a 17.10% decline in revenue growth and a 43.40% decline in EBITDA growth. The Altman Z score of -0.29 and a Piotroski F-Score of 2 further highlight financial challenges. The company's Growth Rank is 5/10, and the GF Value Rank is 8/10.

Other Notable Investors in Kosmos Energy Ltd Aside from Jeremy Grantham (Trades, Portfolio), other notable investors in Kosmos Energy Ltd include Jefferies Group (Trades, Portfolio), Joel Greenblatt (Trades, Portfolio), and Barrow, Hanley, Mewhinney & Strauss. The largest holder of Kosmos Energy Ltd shares is Hotchkis & Wiley Capital Management LLC. These investors' involvement indicates a continued interest in the company's potential, despite its current financial challenges.

Transaction Analysis The reduction in Grantham's stake in Kosmos Energy Ltd reflects a strategic decision to adjust the firm's portfolio. The transaction's impact on the portfolio was -0.12%, indicating a relatively minor adjustment in the overall scheme of Grantham's investments. However, the decision to reduce holdings by nearly half suggests a reassessment of the company's future prospects, possibly influenced by its financial metrics and market conditions. This move may prompt other investors to reevaluate their positions in Kosmos Energy Ltd, considering the insights and strategies of a seasoned investor like Grantham.

This stock alert was generated using automated technology and GuruFocus financial data to provide readers with timely and accurate market reporting. This content was reviewed by GuruFocus editorial team prior to publication. Please send any questions or comments about this story to [email protected].
2026-06-12 20:57 1mo ago
2026-05-11 03:13 2mo ago
Kosmos Energy Q1 Earnings Call Highlights
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Kosmos 1Q26 Review: Why The 16% Post-Earnings Drop Is A Gift
KOS Kosmos Energy
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Kosmos Energy Ltd. (KOS) reported Q1 2026 EPS of -$0.07, missing consensus of $0.08 and triggering a 6% pre-market decline. My BUY rating remain, and increased the price target from $4.97 to $7.26 on the back of higher oil prices. Management demonstrated Turnaround progress with annualized oil production increasing more than 20% YoY.