Strong Operational Performance
Production exceeded guidance with over 95,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day, with approximately 70% comprised of oil. The absence of storm activity and high facility uptime contributed to this success.
Significant Free Cash Flow Generation
Generated $103 million in free cash flow during the quarter, surpassing consensus estimates, and $400 million year-to-date. This enabled the repurchase of approximately 5 million shares for $48 million.
Cost Reduction and Efficiency
Operating expenses lowered by almost 10% from $17 per barrel in 2024 to $15.27 per barrel in Q3 2025, with over 60 initiatives implemented to reduce costs and enhance efficiency.
Successful Exploration Discovery
Promising exploration discovery at Daenerys, with the well drilled ahead of schedule and under budget. An appraisal well is planned for Q2 2026.
Advantaged Cost Structure
Talos' operating costs are 40% lower than the peer group, leading to top decile EBITDA margins in the E&P sector for the year.
Innovative Surety Bond Agreement
Proactively developed a solution with surety providers to avoid collateral calls, ensuring stability in a tightening surety market.