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KAR Stock Chart & Stats
AU$2.14
-AU$0.02(-1.39%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
AU$2.14
-AU$0.02(-1.39%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeAU$1.26 - AU$2.26
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.49M
Average Volume (3M)4.27M
Market Cap
AU$1.03B
Enterprise ValueAU$849.25M
Total Cash (Recent Filing)AU$206.24M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)AU$339.43M
Price to Earnings (P/E)6.1
Beta0.46
Next Earnings
Aug 27, 2026EPS Estimate
0.14Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.74%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.17
Shares Outstanding710,532,900
10 Day Avg. Volume4,311,452
30 Day Avg. Volume4,272,279
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.14
Price to Book (P/B)1.13
Price to Sales (P/S)1.42
P/FCF Ratio5.16
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
AU$2.00Price Target Upside-6.68% Downside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)0.18
Revenue Forecast (FY)AU$606.50M
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High Margins & Unit EconomicsSustained high per‑BOE margins and low unit costs underpin durable cash generation per barrel. With unit production costs of ~$13.20/BOE and pretax cash margin >65%/BOE, the business can remain cash‑positive across a range of oil prices, supporting capex and distributions over cycles.
Strong Liquidity & Balanced Balance SheetMaterial cash plus an RBL facility provide financing headroom to execute the 2026 work program and absorb near‑term shocks. Moderate leverage (debt/equity ~0.52) and year‑end liquidity reduce refinancing and covenant risk during the capital‑intensive first half.
Strategic FPSO Ownership & Extended Field LifeOwning the Bauna FPSO improves operational control, reliability and lowers operating cost volatility. Higher uptime and a longer field life materially strengthen production predictability and reserve conversion potential, supporting medium‑term production and unit cost improvements.
Bears Say
Revenue & Free Cash Flow DeclineA steep revenue drop and weak free cash flow growth reduce internal funding capacity. Despite strong margins, lower sales and FCF/net income ~0.49 mean the company must rely more on liquidity or debt during heavy investment periods, constraining capital flexibility for growth or returns.
Concentrated Capex And Execution RiskA front‑loaded, complex H1 schedule (FPSO revitalisation, turnarounds, multiple well works, peak offshore headcount >700) concentrates operational and safety risks. Delays or cost overruns can push production and cash generation to later periods, amplifying short‑to‑medium term funding pressure.
Development Timing & Farm‑down DependencyKey growth projects hinge on successful farm‑downs, cost optimisation and FID timing. Delays or unfavourable partner terms slow reserve monetisation and defer production upside, leaving medium‑term growth and returns contingent on external funding and execution outcomes.
Karoon Energy Ltd News
KAR FAQ
What was Karoon Energy Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Karoon Energy Ltd lowest share price was AU$1.25 and its highest was AU$2.26 in the past 12 months.
What is Karoon Energy Ltd’s market cap?
Karoon Energy Ltd’s market cap is AU$1.03B.
When is Karoon Energy Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Karoon Energy Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 27, 2026 which is in 57 days.
How were Karoon Energy Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Karoon Energy Ltd released its earnings results on Feb 25, 2026. The company reported AU$0.114 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of AU$0.109 by AU$0.005.
Is Karoon Energy Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Karoon Energy Ltd’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Karoon Energy Ltd pay dividends?
Karoon Energy Ltd pays a Semiannually dividend of AU$0.031 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.74%. See more information on Karoon Energy Ltd dividends here
What is Karoon Energy Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Karoon Energy Ltd’s EPS estimate is 0.14.
How many shares outstanding does Karoon Energy Ltd have?
Karoon Energy Ltd has 710,532,900 shares outstanding.
What happened to Karoon Energy Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Karoon Energy Ltd reported an EPS of AU$0.114 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of AU$0.109. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.049%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Karoon Energy Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in AU:KAR
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Karoon Energy Ltd Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
AU$2.00 (-6.68% Downside)
AU$2.00 (-6.68% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
AU:KAR Sentiment 89%
Sector Average 69%
Sector Average 69%
Insider Transactions
Bought Shares
Worth AU$4.0K over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
30.62%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
12.44%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-8.65%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Karoon Energy Ltd
Engaged in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, Karoon Energy Ltd maintains operations across Australia, Brazil, and Peru. Its key interests comprise a full 100% stake in five offshore blocks situated in Brazil's Santos Basin, off the Sáo Paulo coastline. Additionally, the company holds a 50% share in the Carnarvon Basin located in North Western Australia, alongside a significant footprint in northern Peru's Tumbes Basin, covering approximately 4,875 square kilometers. The enterprise, established in 2003, was formerly known as Karoon Gas Australia Ltd before adopting its current name in December 2018. Southbank, Australia, serves as its corporate headquarters.
KAR Company Deck
KAR Earnings Call
Q4 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call conveys a balanced picture: operational resilience and strategic progress (FPSO acquisition, reserves/resource growth, improved unit costs, strong per‑BOE margins and positive operating cash flow) are clear positives. However, material headwinds from lower oil prices reduced sales and NPAT, near‑term cash drawdown to fund the FPSO and returns, the Who Dat riser leak and a concentrated, capital‑intensive first half 2026 introduce execution and timing risk. Development projects (Neon, South Santos acreage) show promising resource upside but face timing, cost and farm‑down uncertainty. Overall, the company appears financially and operationally resilient but faces notable near‑term risks.View all AU:KAR earnings summariesKAR Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
AU$2.00
▼(-6.68% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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