New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited (AU:ECH)
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ECH Stock Chart & Stats
AU$0.34
<AU$0.01(1.49%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$0.34
<AU$0.01(1.49%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$0.33 - AU$0.44
Previous CloseN/A
Volume15.17K
Average Volume (3M)12.33K
Market Cap
AU$78.38M
Enterprise ValueAU$109.91M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$39.63M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$51.57M
Price to Earnings (P/E)28.7
Beta-0.25
Next Earnings
Aug 27, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield6.72%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)>-0.01
Shares Outstanding223,950,840
10 Day Avg. Volume30,454
30 Day Avg. Volume12,331
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.10
Price to Book (P/B)0.59
Price to Sales (P/S)0.69
P/FCF Ratio1.65
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue & Operating ProfitabilityRevenue recovered materially in 2025 with healthy operating margins, indicating underlying portfolio repositioning or stronger asset income. Sustained top-line and operating profit improvement strengthens durable earnings capacity and supports funding for distributions or reinvestment decisions.
Free Cash Flow ImprovementFree cash flow rose ~55% year-over-year in 2025, reflecting improved cash generation after prior adjustments. Stronger FCF enhances the company's ability to fund dividends, reduce debt or pursue opportunistic investments, providing durable financial flexibility over multiple quarters.
Balance Sheet ModerationDebt at roughly 0.36x equity and sizable equity relative to assets indicate a moderate leverage profile. This balance-sheet posture reduces refinancing risk, preserves capacity to absorb shocks, and supports strategic capital allocation over a 2–6 month horizon and beyond.
Bears Say
Thin Net Profitability & Low ROENet margin compressed to around 3% in 2025 and return on equity is muted (~2–3%), well below prior peaks. Weak bottom-line conversion limits retained earnings for reinvestment or payouts, reduces long-term shareholder return potential and magnifies sensitivity to below-the-line items.
Uncertain Cash-Flow QualityOperating cash flow reported as zero across periods undermines confidence in earnings quality and repeatability. Without demonstrable operating cash conversion, recent free cash flow gains may reflect timing or non-recurring items, complicating sustainable cash-flow forecasting and allocation.
Investment-Dependent Earnings VolatilityEarnings are driven mainly by investment returns (dividends, realized gains and interest) rather than operating revenue, creating structural exposure to market cycles. Limited control and visibility over portfolio outcomes raise longer-term volatility in reported income and cash flows.
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited News
ECH FAQ
What was New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s price range in the past 12 months?
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited lowest share price was AU$0.33 and its highest was AU$0.44 in the past 12 months.
What is New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s market cap?
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s market cap is AU$78.38M.
When is New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 27, 2026 which is in 67 days.
How were New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s earnings last quarter?
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited released its earnings results on Feb 25, 2026. The company reported AU$0.026 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by AU$0.026.
Is New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited pay dividends?
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.003 which represents an annual dividend yield of 6.72%. See more information on New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited dividends here
What is New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s EPS estimate?
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited have?
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited has 223,950,840 shares outstanding.
What happened to New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s price movement after its last earnings report?
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited reported an EPS of AU$0.026 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.404%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:ECH
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Company Description
New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited
Echelon Resources Limited is an energy firm dedicated to the exploration, development, and production of oil and gas resources across New Zealand, Australia, and Indonesia. The company's operations encompass the output and sale of various hydrocarbons, including natural gas, crude oil, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and condensate. Established in 1981, the entity, formerly known as New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited, adopted its current Echelon Resources Limited identity in July 2024. It is headquartered in Wellington, New Zealand, and functions as a subsidiary of O.G. Oil & Gas (Singapore) Pte Ltd.
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