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New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited (AU:ECH)
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New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited (ECH) Price & Analysis

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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%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue GrowthA ~34% revenue rebound in 2025 combined with healthy operating margins signals improving underlying portfolio or asset performance. Sustained top-line momentum and stable operating profitability enhance long-term cash generation and provide durable capacity for reinvestment or distributions over the next several months.
Balance Sheet ResilienceDebt around 0.36x equity and sizable equity relative to assets indicate moderate, stable leverage and a conservative capital structure. This balance-sheet profile preserves financing optionality, supports capital allocation choices and provides a buffer against commodity or market volatility, reinforcing resilience over 2–6 months.
Free Cash Flow StrengthA ~55% year-over-year improvement in free cash flow materially increases financial flexibility to fund dividends, portfolio investments, or deleveraging. Strong FCF growth underpins durable cash generation capacity, enabling strategic actions and supporting balance-sheet priorities in the medium term.
Bears Say
Operating Cash Flow QualityOperating cash flow recorded as zero across periods undermines confidence in cash conversion and makes it difficult to assess earnings quality. If persistent, this suggests reliance on non-operating receipts or timing items, heightening uncertainty about sustainable, recurring cash generation.
Thin Net Profitability & Low ROENet margin near 3% and ROE around 2–3% represent materially weaker bottom-line returns compared with prior peaks. Low profitability limits the company's ability to compound equity internally, increases dependence on portfolio gains, and constrains durable earnings growth potential over the medium term.
Investment-dependent ModelAs an investment-focused vehicle, earnings derive from dividends, realized gains and interest rather than operating sales. This model increases exposure to market and portfolio volatility and, given unclear asset-level cash flows, reduces visibility on sustainable income, raising structural earnings variability.

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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$82.86M.
      When is New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s upcoming earnings report date?
      New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 20, 2026 which is in 125 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. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited pay dividends?
            New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.007 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
                  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

                    Company Description

                    New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited

                    Echelon Resources Limited engages in the exploration and production of oil and gas properties in New Zealand, Australia, and Indonesia. It also develops, produces, and sells natural gas, crude oil, liquefied petroleum gas, and condensate. The company was formerly known as New Zealand Oil & Gas Limited and Echelon Resources Limited in July 2024. The company was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in Wellington, New Zealand. Echelon Resources Limited operates as a subsidiary of O.G. Oil & Gas (Singapore) Pte Ltd.

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