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Key Petroleum Limited (AU:KEY)
ASX:KEY
Australian Market
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Key Petroleum Limited (KEY) Price & Analysis

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KEY Stock Chart & Stats

AU$0.06
>-AU$0.01(-13.56%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$0.06
>-AU$0.01(-13.56%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Conservative Capital Structure (low Leverage)Zero reported debt materially reduces refinancing and interest-rate risk, preserving financial optionality. Over a 2-6 month horizon this conservative capital structure gives management runway to restructure operations, pursue non-dilutive alternatives, or wait for commodity improvements without immediate solvency pressure.
Improving Operating Cash BurnA meaningful reduction in operating cash outflow signals improved cost discipline or temporary revenue stability. If sustained, this trend reduces external funding needs and extends operational runway, enabling management to execute restructuring or exploration plans while limiting near-term dilution risk.
Positive Gross Profit Indicates Core Unit EconomicsPositive gross profit implies the company’s core production or project economics can cover direct costs. That structural margin is a lever: removing overhead, restoring volumes, or improving realized prices could translate into operating profitability over several months, supporting recovery options.
Bears Say
Sharp Revenue CollapseA two‑thirds revenue decline erodes scale and makes fixed-cost coverage unsustainable. This structural drop weakens negotiating power, reduces cash inflows for reinvestment, and increases per-unit overhead, making recovery dependent on durable volume or price improvements rather than short-term fixes.
Persistent Negative Operating And Free Cash FlowOngoing negative OCF and FCF require repeated external funding, asset sales, or cost cuts. Over a multi-month horizon this pattern raises dilution or liquidity risk, constrains capital allocation to exploration/production, and limits the company’s ability to capitalize on market or operational opportunities.
Large Losses And Equity ErosionSubstantial annual losses that materially shrink shareholders' equity weaken the balance sheet and reduce strategic flexibility. Continued erosion increases the probability of dilutive capital raises or asset disposals, impeding long-term competitiveness and raising governance and solvency concerns.

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KEY FAQ

What was Key Petroleum Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
Key Petroleum Limited lowest share price was AU$0.03 and its highest was AU$0.34 in the past 12 months.
    What is Key Petroleum Limited’s market cap?
    Key Petroleum Limited’s market cap is AU$3.54M.
      When is Key Petroleum Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Key Petroleum Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 06, 2026 which is in 128 days.
        How were Key Petroleum Limited’s earnings last quarter?
        Key Petroleum Limited released its earnings results on Mar 12, 2026. The company reported -AU$0.005 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -AU$0.005.
          Is Key Petroleum Limited overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Key Petroleum Limited’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Key Petroleum Limited pay dividends?
            Key Petroleum Limited does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Key Petroleum Limited’s EPS estimate?
            Key Petroleum Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
            How many shares outstanding does Key Petroleum Limited have?
            Key Petroleum Limited has 38,919,296 shares outstanding.
              What happened to Key Petroleum Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
              Key Petroleum Limited reported an EPS of -AU$0.005 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.923%.
                Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Key Petroleum Limited?
                Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:KEY
                What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                  Key Petroleum Limited Stock Smart Score

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                  Fundamentals

                  Return on Equity
                  -29.94%
                  Trailing 12-Months
                  Asset Growth
                  5.79%
                  Trailing 12-Months

                  Company Description

                  Key Petroleum Limited

                  Key Petroleum Limited engages in the acquisition and exploration of petroleum permits in Australia. It primarily holds interests in the ATP 783, 920, and 924 assets in the Cooper Eromanga Basin, Queensland, as well as L7 and EP437 in the Perth Basin, Western Australia. The company was incorporated in 2006 and is based in West Perth, Australia.

                  Key Petroleum Limited (KEY) Earnings & Revenues

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